Stoichkov warns Reds

Last updated : 26 February 2004 By Adam Bryant

"Levski are a young team and have one of the best ever coaches in Bulgarian history," said the former striker. "This is a big game for them and a big opportunity so they are very prepared.

"Gerard is a friend of mine and I have a lot of confidence in his coaching.

"I think that Liverpool have a better chance of winning and it is necessary for a team like Liverpool to win the big competitions like the UEFA Cup.

"But there is more pressure and expectation on Liverpool while none on Levski. I don't know how Liverpool are approaching the game but Levski are very up for it."