Finishing in the top eight during the league phase has allowed Liverpool to avoid the playoff round, providing breathing space in their European campaign. The Reds will face either Galatasaray, Juventus, Club Brugge, or Atletico Madrid, with Tottenham taking the alternate tie.
Galatasaray's win in Istanbul has shifted the balance, with Juventus facing a challenging second leg. Should Galatasaray progress, Liverpool would face a familiar opponent after their defeat in Istanbul during the league phase.