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Hoffenheim had 'clearer' chances, says Nagelsmann

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After their loss to Liverpool in Champions League qualifying, the Hoffenheim coach promised resistance in the second leg.

Hoffenheim coach Julian Nagelsmann has defended his side's performance, following their 2-1 home loss to Liverpool in Champions League qualifying on Tuesday.

Nagelsmann believes Hoffenheim were unlucky not to finish the first leg with at least a draw, having dominated possession for extended periods of the match.

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However, the 30-year-old was particularly guarded over counterpart Jurgen Klopp's assertion Liverpool allowed Hoffenheim to keep the ball in certain areas of the pitch.