The Champions League quarter-final return leg between Liverpool and Benfica seems to offer the least intrigue. Benfica, are coming to Anfield in order to save face and try to put up a fight in a knowingly uncomfortable environment.

After a 3-1 away win in Portugal, Liverpool's chances of success have increased massively. Some bookmakers are not even offering odds on the teams reaching the semi-finals of the tournament. The Merseyside side, meanwhile, have been excellent at home - four wins and two draws - against the Portuguese, having not lost a single game in the last 16 seasons. After Lisbon, Klopp's men are far more motivated by the national championship than the return leg against Benfica. Liverpool played a tremendous Premier League encounter with Manchester City in between the quarter-finals, which resulted in a 2-2 draw at the Etihad. The Reds are likely to play the upcoming meeting as they did with Inter after their away win at the last stage. Back then, the Merseyside side were keen to win the game without too much effort, for which they almost paid with a 0-1 defeat.

Benfica went from underdog to outsider in the first leg. It makes no sense for them to go out on the pitch at Anfield and rush into the opponents' goal, because a big defeat will certainly not improve their mood and will not add to their confidence. The Portuguese club is likely to focus on defence, with attacking being a secondary concern. After their home encounter, the Eagles have dealt with Belenenses in the league, allowing them to further consolidate their third place. In this game, Benfica's coach rested six of the key players.

Despite their situation, the visitors will play it safe. Hence we predict a low-scoring encounter.