00:00Liverpool face a decisive night at Anfield after a frustrating defeat in Istanbul left their Champions League hopes hanging in
00:07the balance.
00:09Arnish Lott's side were beaten by Galatasaray in a chaotic and hostile atmosphere in Turkey,
00:15where an early goal proved enough to give the hosts a slender advantage in the first leg of the last
00:2016 tie.
00:21The famous intensity of the Istanbul crowd appeared to rattle Liverpool,
00:25whose performance was littered with costly mistakes at both ends of the pitch.
00:30Defensive lapses were a concern.
00:32In the beginning, Canate enjoyed a difficult evening as Liverpool struggled to cope with the pressure,
00:37while several other players looked unsettled by the relentless noise and tempo created by the home support.
00:44The visitors had also failed to take their opportunities, despite creating chances to equalise.
00:49Poor finishing and rushed decision-making meant they were unable to capitalise when openings appeared.
00:55On another light, the contest might have evilly ended level.
00:59Schlott admitted afterwards that his team could learn from the ruthlessness shown by Galatasaray,
01:05suggesting Liverpool sometimes play as though more chances will inevitably arrive.
01:10The absence of travelling Galatasaray supporters could also tilt the atmosphere in the hosts' favour.
01:16But if Liverpool are serious about challenging for Champions League glory this season,
01:22Schlott's players must deliver a sharper and more disciplined display when the second leg arrives.
01:28We are going to take the side to the track and break down.
01:28We are going to take a good side of the road,
01:28and we are going to take it as long as possible.
01:28So for a couple of the minutes to take the central atmosphere.
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