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Riise expects 'amazing' Liverpool-Man City Champions League tie

The former Reds defender knows plenty about all-English European ties, and he's ready for a classic encounter at Anfield this week

John Arne Riise’s eyes light up at the mere thought.

Jurgen Klopp, Pep Guardiola, Mohamed Salah, Kevin De Bruyne, Roberto Firmino, Sergio Aguero.

Liverpool, Manchester City. The Champions League quarter-final. Noise, colour, drama, passion, goals.

It’s been on his mind since the draw was made over in Nyon a fortnight ago. What a prospect, what a treat, what a tie.

“It is going to be amazing,” he smiles. “I am going to make sure I am there!