Liverpool hero Xabi Alonso believes they're capable of beating Real Madrid in the Champions League final.

Alonso was part of the Reds side that won the most recent of five European Cups, scoring in the memorable comeback victory against AC Milan in 2005.

"They have to prepare for the game very well because Real Madrid have all the experience," Alonso told AFP.

“For all the Liverpool players it will be their first Champions League final. They have to deal with this emotional side which is almost as important as the football side.

“If they can get the right balance between the excitement and the motivation, that will be the right way to approach this final."

Liverpool have netted a record-breaking 46 goals on the way to the final, spearheaded by the attacking triumvirate of Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.

“Whenever they have space, Real need to control them," said Alonso.

“They are able to attack through the middle of the pitch, they can connect with short passes very well, they combine very well.

“They are definitely one of the biggest strengths of Liverpool at the moment."