Liverpool news: Spartak Moscow coach reveals advice from Chelsea boss Antonio Conte

SPARTAK MOSCOW boss Massimo Carrera has revealed how some words of advice from Chelsea manager Antonio Conte helped his side earn a point against Liverpool.

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Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Spartak Moscow in Russia last night in the second round of Champions League matches.

Fernando put the home side ahead on 23 minutes before Philippe Coutinho levelled on the half hour mark.

Liverpool couldn’t find a way to break down Spartak Moscow’s defence thereafter and it seems Carrera had the Reds sussed out.

Prior to the match, Carrera spoke to Conte about Liverpool and Klopp’s tactics to get one step ahead of his opponent.

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Massimo Carrera's Spartak Moscow drew 1-1 with Liverpool in the Champions League

We more discussed the situation in our teams, personal affairs, vacation, but what he said about the British, I needed

Massimo Carrera

Carrera worked as Conte’s assistant during his time at Juventus and Italy and the pair remain close friends.

And after the match, Carrera admitted Conte’s advice was exactly what he needed.

“During the conversation we talked about Liverpool for just a couple of minutes,” he said.

“We more discussed the situation in our teams, personal affairs, vacation, but what he said about the British, I needed.”

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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte spoke with Massimo Carrera prior to last night's match

Carrera added: “We played a great game against a very good team.

“I don’t have any complaints about my team’s performance.

“I just want to praise everyone. Am I happy with the result? Yes, we got a draw against a very good team.”

Liverpool welcome Spartak Moscow to Anfield on December 6.

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