The performance and result of this match will be the benchmark for the whole season in my opinion. A win means we can have genuine hope of being competitive this season. A draw will mean we are still a mid-table club, and a loss will mean we are "clown-shoes".
Time for the team to step up for the manager and for the fans.
Yes there's much in what you say there chesterville, and wearing my serious hat for a change, I'd say this game could very well be a watershed in our fortunes this season, a win with a good performance in all areas of the team could do wonders for the sides confidence, let's hope the lads step up to the challenge. I also hope Klopp plays his best players in their best playing positions to give them the best chance, with no room for excuses.