Liverpool became the first team to guarantee a place in the last 16 of the new Champions League format by beating Lille 2-1 on Tuesday, while Barcelona fought back from two goals down to stun Benfica 5-4 in a thriller.

Mohamed Salah is set to chase a historic record while Liverpool eyes another milestone in their Champions League clash with Lille.

Mohamed Salah ran clear to give Liverpool the lead at home to a Lille team who have also impressed this season.

Barcelona and Liverpool secured thrilling Champions League Round of 16 spots with dramatic victories, as Raphinha’s late heroics sealed Barcelona’s 5-4 win over Benfica, while Mohamed Salah’s milestone goal led Liverpool to a hard-fought 2-1 triumph over Lille.

Liverpool secured victory over Lille at Anfield as Arne Slot's men guarantee a top-eight finish in the Champions League group stage

Mohamed Salah scored early and Harvey Elliott scored late, and that was all Liverpool needed to beat Lille at Anfield on Tuesday and move to 7-for-7 perfect in the newly formatted UEFA Champions League group stage.

Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott scored either side of Jonathan David’s equaliser as Aissa Mandi was sent off for the visitors

Liverpool have been perfect in the UEFA Champions League this season. The table-toppers only need a point to confirm qualification against Lille.