Liverpool sidestep another obstacle that could hand them boost for title as well as Europe
Villarreal provided some decent resistance for a time but Liverpool found an inevitable breakthrough that could even boost their title hopes.
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Liverpool's Klopp says job not done after Villarreal victory
LIVERPOOL, England : Liverpool coach Juergen Klopp called on his side to stay completely alert after their 2-0 Champions League semi-final first-leg win over Villarreal on Wednesday, insisting the scoreline could give a false impression.
Liverpool expose limitations of Emery's Villarreal
LIVERPOOL, England : There is no dispute that Villarreal deserve their place in the semi-final of the Champions League but Wednesday's 2-0 defeat at Anfield against Liverpool exposed their limitations and limited options when faced with key injuries.
Liverpool defeat could have been much worse, says Villarreal boss Emery
Villarreal coach Unai Emery was relieved that his side will go into the second leg of their Champions League semi-final with Liverpool with only a 2-0 deficit after their defensive gameplan backfired at Anfield.
Liverpool overwhelms Villarreal, on course for CL final
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool looks like being one European giant too many for Villarreal.
Liverpool blanks Villarreal in 1st leg of Champions League semis, eye 3rd final in 5 years
Liverpool looks like being one European giant too many for Villarreal.
Liverpool treat Villarreal fans to classy Anfield gesture after Champions League clash
Villarreal fans made the most of their Champions League semi-final trip to Anfield and did not let a two-goal first-leg defeat against Liverpool dampen their evening.
Liverpool player ratings: Imperious performer earns a nine after trademark press gives Villarreal nightmares
Liverpool cruised to a two-goal victory in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash with Villarreal, with one Reds ace earning a nine on a night when their press came to the fore.