UCL: “Liverpool are different caliber” – Xhaka warns Leverkusen teammates ahead of clash

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka anticipates a challenging Champions League clash against Liverpool.

Reflecting on his experiences at Anfield from his time with Arsenal, Xhaka described Liverpool as “a different caliber,” especially in their home stadium’s intense atmosphere.

Leverkusen, who recently drew against Stuttgart in the Bundesliga and Brest in the Champions League, face their first high-profile test of the season outside Germany.

Xhaka acknowledged Liverpool’s quality but expressed confidence in Leverkusen’s ability to compete.

“We obviously know how much quality our opponents have, but we don’t have to hide.”

“I think every team has a few weaknesses too. And you have to exploit them,” he stated.