Bayern Munich boss Kovac says Liverpool toughest UCL round-of-16 foe

ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop delves into Bayern Munich's continued struggles in the Bundesliga and feels it'll be more of the same against Liverpool in the Champions League. LIVERPOOL, England -- Niko Kovac believes his Bayern Munich side were paired with the toughest opponents in the Champions League as they prepare to face Liverpool in the last 16. The two-legged tie begins on Tuesday evening as the reigning Bundesliga champions travel to Anfield. Liverpool reached the final of the competition last season where they lost to Real Madrid and are battling Manchester City for the Premier League title this season, leaving Kovac in no doubt about the task that lies ahead. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE How to fix the Champions League It's time to find a way to fix the Champions League -- or start a European super league. Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule - Latest Champions League tables - Upcoming group fixtures - Champions League statistics - All the latest UCL news "Tomorrow...