REF’s picks

Backing Liverpool to cover the Over 3 goals line at Anfield looks like the sharpest angle in a game where their explosive attacking quality meets Villarreal's willingness to trade punches in Europe. While Villarreal can frustrate opponents defensively on their day, the hosts possess too much firepower to be kept quiet over 90 minutes. Expect an open European fixture with plenty of goalmouth action as both sides push for crucial group-stage points.

1. 1Liverpool's recent matches show both high scoring capability and defensive vulnerabilities, notably conceding three against Manchester City.
2. 2Villarreal travel with decent scoring momentum of their own, having put three past Napoli in European play.
3. 3Anfield European nights often encourage expansive attacking football, though defensive lapses could easily gift the visitors a pathway back into the game.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.