Rubin Kazan 0-1 Liverpool
November 5, 2015
The first win in Europe came at the fourth attempt and felt like a key moment in the early Klopp reign.
Jordon Ibe scored the only goal of the game as the Reds started to climb their to the top of group.
Liverpool 2-1 Bordeaux
November 26, 2015
Liverpool went behind to an Henri Saivet effort in the 33rd minute but were still ahead before half time.
James Milner levelled from the spot before Christian Benteke scored the winner seconds before the break.
Sion 0-0 Liverpool
December 10, 2015
That Liverpool didn't manage to beat Sion in either encounter is remarkable, but at this stage of the tournament - even under Klopp - the Reds were still in second gear.
Liverpool had 60 per cent of the ball in Switzerland but only mustered seven shots, just three of which were on target.
The result suited both teams, however, with Liverpool finishing top and Sion second in the group.
Augsburg 0-0 Liverpool (Round of 32)
February 18, 2016
The first knockout stage for Liverpool sent them and their manager to Germany to face Augsburg.
All the build-up to the clash was about Klopp's return but in truth the game was disappointing. It ended goalless.
Liverpool 1-0 Augsburg
February 25, 2016
Milner netted a penalty after just five minutes, and it proved to be enough to win the tie.
Liverpool had ridden their luck at times and things were about to get a lot more difficult.
Liverpool 2-0 Manchester United (Round of 16)
March 10, 2016
The first real test of the campaign came against bitter rivals Manchester United. It was a test they passed.
Daniel Sturridge and Roberto Firmino both scored as Klopp's side took control of the tie.
Manchester United 1-1 Liverpool
March 17, 2016
The second leg again began with a penalty for the home side. Anthony Martial tucked it away and gave United hope, but it wouldn't last.
Philippe Coutinho scored just before the break and effectively ended the tie as a contest. The game also saw fights break out in the stands as Liverpool fans crept into the away end.
Dortmund 1-1 Liverpool (Quarter-finals)
April 7, 2016
Dortmund were strong favourites to go through over the two legs so it was essential Liverpool came out of the away game with a positive result, which they did.
Divock Origi opened the scoring before Mats Hummels levelled and both teams settled for a draw.
Liverpool 4-3 Dortmund
April 14, 2016
Dortmund rushed to a 2-0 lead and Liverpool fans began to fear the worst. Somehow though, they steadied themselves and what resulted was a truly special night at Anfield.
Origi halved the deficit before Marco Reus added Dortmund's third of the night. From there, though, it was all Liverpool.
The Reds scored in the 66th and 77th minutes but were still set to exit the tournament before Dejan Lovren popped up with a 91st minute winner.
Villarreal 1-0 Liverpool (Semi-final)
April 28, 2016
Both sides had chances in the semi-final first leg and it appeared to be heading for a draw, but then Villarreal's Adrian Lopez popped up with a late winner.
El Madrigal went wild and doubts crept into Liverpool fans' minds once more.
Liverpool 3-0 Villarreal
May 5, 2016
Liverpool's fans packed the streets before the game, letting off flares to create an intimidating atmosphere for the Villarreal team bus as it arrived at Anfield.
And the Spanish side certainly looked distracted on the pitch. They conceded after seven minutes - an own goal from Bruno - and were two down shortly after the hour mark.
Daniel Sturridge scored the second and Lallana sealed the win late on.
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