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Liverpool
Group C: PSG, Napoli, Liverpool, Red Star Belgrade
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Liverpool's group, on the other hand, could not be more different from last season's one, with the Red's drawn up against the French champions, the Serbian champions and Italy's second best side.
PSG's threat requires little explanation, especially with the ruthless trio of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Edinson Cavani carrying the attacking threat for last year's Ligue 1 champions. The addition of Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon will add both quality and leadership; two absolute necessities for a deep run in Europe's premier club competition.
The combative but creative midfield of Marco Verratti, Lassana Diarra, and Adrien Rabiot creates an extra threat from deep. Liverpool will have a tough task winning the midfield battle, although the additions of Fabinho and Naby Keita should help in this department.
The vast improvements made by Andy Robertson and the world-record signing of Virgil van Dijk could prove the difference between PSG running riot and the Reds containing the fearsome trident. Trent Alexander Arnold passed the test provided by Leroy Sane with flying colours in last season's tie against Manchester City and will have his work cut out trying to stop Neymar.
Jurgen Klopp's team will face a tough assignment in Napoli, who gave City real trouble in both group-stage matches, despite losing both times. The pace and trickery of Lorenzo Insigne and Dries Mertens caused problems for full-backs Fabian Delph and Kyle Walker on both occasions; a threat Liverpool have to contain if they are to find success.
The departures of Maurizio Sarri and Jorginho to Chelsea could hinder the Italian side's chances, although they have a master tactician and a former European champion in Carlo Ancelotti.
The addition of Alisson could make the difference, as Liverpool look to avenge last season's defeat in the final, as Lloris Karius made two glaring errors. The Brazilian's composure on the ball and concentration proved critical against Brighton as the Red's secured a 1-0 win.
