B.Rodgers: "Liverpool" team is needed for the Champions League

After a five-year break, "Liverpool" is returning to the most prestigious European club tournament - the UEFA Champions League.

Managed by Brendan Rodgers, the team will host the "Ludogorets" team from Bulgaria at the "Anfield" stadium.

"We are very happy to be back in the Champions League. Five years is a long period for a club like "Liverpool,"" said the coach.

"Our first goal is to advance through the group stage. We will focus on each match to earn three points.

"Liverpool" is one of the legendary European clubs and the tournament needs such teams," Rodgers said.

"It is important that the team plays here for many more years and the atmosphere here enchants us."