Legendary AC Milan figure Alessandro Costacurta has labelled Liverpool as ‘unplayable’ after the early stages of the UEFA Champions League.
The Reds sit top of Group B after two matchdays having beaten both Milan and FC Porto, scoring eight times in the process.
By contrast, the Serie A giants were on the losing end of another tight contest as ex-Liverpool ace Luis Suarez netted a late penalty to earn a 2-1 for Atletico Madrid.
Speaking on Sky Sports, via Tuttomercatoweb, Costacurta was full of praise for Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Right now, in the Milan group, there is Liverpool who are unplayable. Of course, for Milan the draw (against Atletico) would have been really important. Compared with the Liverpool knockout, this defeat provides a bit of morale, but it’s a shame about that last twist.
The 55-year-old Italian has previous with the Anfield club having been an unused substitute in Istanbul as Rafa Benitez’ men pulled off that remarkable final comeback.
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Liverpool certainly were at their unplayable best in Portugal and for large parts of their opening night triumph at Anfield.
Somewhat in control of the group, Klopp will be hopeful the Reds’ can wrap things up swiftly and rotate as soon as possible.
Still unbeaten both domestically and in Europe, Kopites can share the Italian legend’s confidence that this season will hold success in the end.
