And the return of long-term injured duo Jordan Henderson and Daniel Sturridge gave Klopp’s side a further boost.
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A win for Liverpool would lift them up to sixth place in the Premier League table, and potentially to within four points of fourth-placed Arsenal depending on how the Gunners fare against Norwich City. “So we can’t enjoy it, but this was a very, very important victory”.
He told LFC TV after the win over Swansea: “It was a tough game, especially also we played against the wind and it wasn’t so easy”.
“We’re coming into a busy period now in good form”.
“We’ve all done it. You go back because you know the player, you know his character, you know what he brings to the team both on and off the field”.
Liverpool fans should be pleased with their side and the way their performance is trending.
“Unfortunately things have gone a little bit against us plus ourselves when we have not performed at those levels consistently enough”. As much as it was a performance worth forgetting for Liverpool, it wasn’t one to remember for Swansea City. “In this moment we have to fight in really hard circumstances and that is what the boys did and everyone can be proud”.
“I think it was our best game in defensive organisation”. It was a big plus for the whole team. Make sure to check out our free online live stream links below so you can tune in and watch the exciting Barclays Premier League match, complete with a preview of today’s game!
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Liverpool were on top for large spells prior to Milner’s goal shortly after the hour but lacked a cutting edge without playmaker Philippe Coutinho, who was not risked following a hamstring problem picked up in the 4-1 win over Manchester City.
“I think Philippe [Coutinho] has a chance for Wednesday”, Klopp confirmed.
“I’d like to feel better and say, come on three days off, celebrate a good week, but we can’t”.
Mignolet though needs to improve his game and stop making unnecessary mistakes (Europa League).
“We had great shape, and we kept good possession”. Alberto Moreno had, I think, 20 knocks everywhere on his body and was limping from the pitch to the dressing room.
“Overall we are frustrated”, Wenger said.
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“Monday we will be back in the race and preparing for Southampton”.
