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Liverpool midfielder Lallana: An honour to play in Champions League

Liverpool midfielder Adam Lallana says they're up for their Champions League tie with FC Basel.

Having kicked off their Group B campaign by narrowly overcoming Ludogorets Razgrad at Anfield, the next challenge lying in wait for Brendan Rodgers' side is an away clash in Switzerland.

"They played Chelsea in the competition last season and I remember watching that," the midfielder said at a pre-match press conference. "We have obviously studied and analysed them.

"It's a huge honour for me to be playing in this competition and for Liverpool. It's where the team belongs. It was great to get our first three points in our first game back in the competition. We're thoroughly looking forward to tomorrow night.

"[The Champions League] gives you more game opportunities to get up to speed and knit with the group and your new teammates."

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