Reds have the edge

"Liverpool do have the edge but Marseille have very good players. The Ivory Coast striker Abdoulaye Meite is the man to watch," said Rivoire.

"You also have the Egyptian Ahmed Hossam Mido who is doing well but I believe the Reds will have the edge.

"Marseille were finalists in 1999 so they do have experience but I do think Liverpool will go through."