It was confirmed last night that this year's Champions League final will be played between Liverpool and Real Madrid, after Jurgen Klopp's side defeated Roma 7-6 on aggregate.
On the surface of things, Real Madrid are evidently the favourites to win the trophy, given their pedigree and stature as a club, however speaking on 'The Debate' on 'Sky Sports', pundits and former players Danny Murphy and Craig Bellamy have both surprised by saying they see Liverpool winning it.
Reacting to the Reds' progression to the final, Murphy, who is a former Liverpool player, was very positive about the Reds' chances. "I'm trying to underplay it, but they've got a hell of a chance," he said.
"I don't see Real Madrid play and not concede lots of chances. They might score but Liverpool will create so many chances in the game. I think if Liverpool could have chosen Real Madrid or Bayern Munich, they'd have chosen Madrid."
The former English midfielder referenced a game earlier in the season, when Madrid took on Tottenham in the group stages of the Champions League, and picked up one point from two games, including a 3-1 loss at Wembley. Mauricio Pochettino's side play in a high-intensity fashion similar to that of Liverpool, and this gives Murphy hope.
"I think it's meant to be," he continued. "There's something about this Liverpool side and the way they play. Madrid's performance at Tottenham keeps sticking in my head. They couldn't handle the energy that Spurs played at - the strength of their runners."
Ex-Welsh international Craig Bellamy echoed Murphy's faith in Liverpool, pointing out Madrid's defensive weaknesses. "I watched them against Juventus and tactically they are so vulnerable," he said.
"The way Madrid play will suit Liverpool. They don't track runners - you can run off the back of them. Experience will be important but this Madrid team aren't as good as the Madrid teams of the last two, three years. This is a very good opportunity for Liverpool."
"Liverpool will have a lot of confidence about beating this Real Madrid side. My concern is the experience edge Madrid have."
"I fancy Liverpool, I really do. I'm not a betting man, but if I was and had Free Bets, I'd put my money on Liverpool."