Liverpool must score the first goal of the night during Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash with Real Madrid, if they’re to move to the next round.

This is according to Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher, who believes a place in the quarter finals is still possible for his former side, as long as they start well.

The Reds are facing a mountain, as they go into the second leg of their round-of-16 match with Madrid 5-2 down.

Analysing Liverpool’s chances in a chat with The Athletic, ex-European champion, Carragher said: “The challenge facing Liverpool isn’t as big as the one facing us back then [against AC Milan in 2005].

“We only had 45 minutes to turn it around from three goals down but this Liverpool team have 90 minutes. That’s why I would still say Istanbul has the edge even if they pull this one off tonight.

“The biggest thing is that Liverpool have to score the first goal on the night. That’s vital. They have to start fast. Pulling one back gives you belief and something to build on. That’s what happened to us.”