By Lori Ewing LIVERPOOL, England (Reuters) -Liverpool booked their spot in the last 16 of the Champions League with a 2-1 victory over 10-man Lille on Tuesday at Anfield, thanks to goals from talisman Mohamed Salah and substitute Harvey Elliott.

Feyenoord supporters have been banned by French authorities from travelling to Lille for next week's final UEFA Champions League group game between the two clubs.

Feyenoord supporters have been banned by French authorities from travelling to Lille for next week’s final Champions League group game between the two clubs

Tactical Analysis of a Champions League ClashLiverpool secured a 2-1 victory over Lille on Matchday 7 of the Champions League, reinforcing their dominance

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.

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

Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Lille on Tuesday secured their place in the Champions League last-16The result could prove instrumental not just in Europe but also in their Premier League

French authorities have banned Feyenoord supporters from traveling to Lille for the Champions League game, citing violent behavior. The ban follows past incidents, including clashes with Marseille fans.

Manchester United are reportedly pursuing Lille's free-scoring striker Jonathan David, whose contract expires this summer - but a transfer will be difficult to pull off for multiple reasons

Fantasy Premier League managers will keep a close eye on Liverpool‘s game against Ipswich Town on Saturday ahead of their double gameweek next week. Arne Slot’s league leaders host the Tractor Boys at Anfield in Gameweek 23,

This season has been "difficult" for Harvey Elliott, according to Liverpool team-mate Mohamed Salah. The 21-year-old suffered a broken foot early in the season and has been restricted to just substitute appearances in the Premier League and Champions League so far this campaign.