History v Form

PITCH BATTLES

Shevchenko, Crespo v Carragher, Hyypia: Milan8217;s silky smooth attack comes up against Liverpool8217;s tough, tall defence. All Milan need are half a chance but Carragher is miserly with mistakes

Kaka v Biscan/Hamann: Milan8217;s midfield spark will need to outwit Liverpool8217;s hard man, whichever of them plays8230;

Nesta, Stam v Baros, Garcia: The two youngest Milan defenders will have a hard time dealing with pace and artistry of Baros and Garcia

Ancellotti v Benitez: The Italian is among Europe8217;s coaching elite; Benitez is GenNext, having worked wonders at Valencia 8212; and now Anfield

THE ODDS