For their part, Everton arrive on a difficult run after a 3–0 defeat to Tottenham and a 2–0 loss to Manchester City in the league, following a 2–1 home win over Crystal Palace earlier in October. Fortunately, and finally for UK viewers, the match will be available to watch on television or streaming due to the time at which the game is scheduled.

Last season the Reds played Real Madrid in a Champions League match in the midweek and played Manchester City at the weekend, and last season the Reds beat them both. This one will be much more of a challenge,