Follow along with us today for the Europa League coverage as Liverpool take on Hearts at Anfield (the Reds have a 1-0 aggregate lead; live on FOX Soccer), while Newcastle United is at home against Greek side Atromitos (the Toon have a crucial away goal from the 1-1 first leg draw).

The big news out of Anfield tonight is that Andy Carroll is not playing. Instead he’s at West Ham United undergoing a medical after Liverpool have agreed a season-long loan for the striker.

During and after today’s Europa League games, post your rants, raves, questions and observations in the comments section below.