Speculation, injuries, and revenge narratives before Champions League draw

Liverpool await confirmation of their Champions League last-16 opponent, with Atletico Madrid and Galatasaray the key names in the frame and talk of a VAR-fueled rematch adding extra intrigue. Pundits like Jan Molby and Steve Nicol weigh in on the ideal draw and Liverpool’s underdog status against Atletico, while Victor Osimhen frames a potential tie as ‘revenge’ amid expectations of an intense Anfield atmosphere. The buildup is complicated by Wataru Endo’s injury and a UEFA squad rule that could limit Liverpool’s options, heightening concern over their depth heading into the knockout stage.