Liverpool midfielder Joe Allen says they're happy to have their Champions League destiny in their own hands.

The Reds need victory over FC Basle to reach the knockout phase.

"It's a great position to be in. We know the task that lies ahead," Allen said at the club's pre-match press conference on Monday.

"The players are ready to give it everything to get that result. We are looking to draw inspiration from previous games. The support we will get will be a huge factor. We want to make it a very difficult night for Basle and we call on our supporters to get behind us. We learnt a harsh lesson in the away match. We have moved forward since that game and we don't think there will be any surprises."