Bolton boss Owen Coyle has paid tribute to the 'unbelievable' Liverpool supporters for the way they have backed their team this season.

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The Scot will bring his Trotters side to Anfield on Saturday, and acknowledges the roar of the Kop will make the afternoon even tougher for his charges.

"Going to Anfield is a tough proposition for anyone, and they've been boosted by their unbelievable set of supporters," said Coyle.

"The way they get behind the team through thick and thin is to be admired and applauded.

"We know we're in for a tough afternoon, but equally we have to try and stand up to that and implement ourselves on the game - and that's what we'll try and do."

Though Coyle accepts Liverpool have not reached their peak so far this season, the Bolton manager is well aware an in-form Reds are capable of beating anyone.

"There's no doubt that Anfield, with Liverpool at full throttle, can be a daunting arena," he said.

"For whatever reason, injuries or loss of form, Liverpool have been a bit stop-start.

"But we also have to be aware that they can win matches when they're on top of their game, as they showed against Tottenham Hotspur, who are flying at the top end of the league.

"They drew the other night (against Wolves), but there's no doubting the quality they have with the likes of Gerrard and Kuyt.

"They are top, top players and we'll have to be at our very best."

He added: "We'll go there and try to be positive.

"We'll be very respectful of Liverpool, but we'll have to try to be brave and take the game to them if and when we can."