DAVE KING has sampled some of the most dramatic and historic European nights that Anfield has ever hosted as the Kop has become famous around the world.

But the former Rangers chairman insists no venue in the game beats Ibrox when the floodlights are on and the stands are in full voice.

King has long been a supporter of Liverpool and will take a seat alongside close friend Sir Kenny Dalglish on Tuesday night as his two teams go head-to-head in a competitive fixture for the first time.

It will be an occasion to savour for many reasons for the South Africa-based businessman and he will be an interested observer as Giovanni van Bronckhorst's side bid for a shock victory to kick-start their Group A campaign.

Yet King believes the return fixture back in Glasgow will be even more memorable once the Ibrox crowd get the chance to play their part in proceedings.

King said: “It will be an incredible occasion because I am not aware, certainly in my lifetime, of the two clubs meeting in a competitive match.

“So for me this is a dream match. Rangers are my No.1 team, but Liverpool are my No.2 team. So there’s only one team I’d even be remotely comfortable with beating Rangers in the Champions League and that would be Liverpool.

“I am hoping we can give them a really good game, making it as competitive as possible. I think the atmosphere on both nights will be something truly special.

“I have been to Anfield on some very memorable nights, but I’ll tell you what, Ibrox is still better.

“I don’t think there’s a better stadium out there on a European night than Ibrox. I don’t think anything else comes close.

“I love Anfield, I love the history, I love everything about it. But Ibrox is still better.

“I have spoken to Kenny, of course I have. It’s very interesting for him as well. As you know, Kenny was a Rangers fan growing up who went on to play for Celtic.

“He became a Celtic and Liverpool legend. But for Kenny it’s also a very important and interesting game."