Brendan Rodgers says it is an insult to the Liverpool team he fielded at Real Madrid to describe it as a reserve side.
Some will praise Brendan Rodgers' bravery, while others will claim he waved the white flag.
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that the world's most expensive player, Gareth Bale is available again for Real Madrid after injury. He's missed the last four games with a muscle problem.
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson believes skipper Steven Gerrard can be a big player at the club for years to come.
'Liverpool were almost a one-man team' with Luis Suarez, says Jamie Carragher - and they miss him badly.
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard could be left out of the team to face Real Madrid in Tuesday's Champions League game.
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says striker Daniel Sturridge is highly unlikely to feature against Real Madrid.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti insists Cristiano Ronaldo is fully focused on the team's requirements.