Anfield Debut for Klopp with Liverpool in Rubin Kazan Match

Group B action gets heated tonight as Liverpool host Russian squad Rubin Kazan at Anfield. Liverpool is currently in second position in the group behind Sion from Switzerland, while Rubin Kazan is in fourth with only one point from a draw with Bordeaux on Matchday 2, still in search of their first win. Both Liverpool and Bordeaux are also in search of their first Europa League victory, having played for two draws so far.

A New Era at Anfield

Tonight will be the beginning for newly hired Coach Jurgen Klopp, playing his first home game with the Reds. The former coach at Borussia Dortmund, whom took the German squad to the Champions League Final in 2013, will be at the helm of the current 10^th place Premier League side, promising to win games and improve with the young team.

Liverpool will once again be without Jon Flanagan and Jordan Henderson. Klopp will have to decide if he wants to start Dejan Lovren, Roberto Firmino and Christian Benteke, coming off injuries but are feeling ready to play. The most likely starting lineup will be the same one used on last weekend's draw with the Hotspur.

This first leg against Rubin Kazan will be an excellent chance to show off the new Liverpool and the style that the young coach brings to the team. Three points will be the only thing acceptable by Liverpool fans tonight and that is exactly what most are predicting ahead of the match.

Live Odds and Pre Match Betting

The Europa League is one of the most heavily bet on European Soccer tournaments of the year. Sportsbooks like bet365 offer dozens of betting markets covering all the best props one could wish for. Liverpool are big favorites tonight at 1.44 and Rubin Kazan are at 9.00. Punters can choose from numerous odds in categories like Asian Lines, Cards, Corners, Goals, Players, Specials and more.

In addition there will be live in play markets that are posted to bet365 throughout all 90 minutes of tonight's match. Next goal scored, next card and other interactive bets can be placed all night to help maximize winnings.

Prediction

Liverpool will come out to win this game and Klopp will be expecting to score goals. Liverpool 3 Rubin Kazan 1.