Five things Jurgen Klopp got right as Liverpool beat Man City to reach FA Cup final
dailystar.co.ukDaily Star Sport has taken a look at four things Jurgen Klopp got right against the Citizens.What Klopp got rightDo you think Liverpool can beat Manchester City to the Premier League title?
Let us know in the commentsKlopp’s starting eleven did not raise too many eyebrows, but he did throw in a surprise with the omission of captain Jordan Henderson, in place of Naby Keita.
The Guinea midfielder occupied the right hand side of Liverpool’s three man midfield which also included midfield anchor Fabinho and the maestro Thiago Alcantara.Considering the opposition, the significance of the contest, and the fact Klopp’s side are still pursuing an unprecedented Quadruple, this inclusion was somewhat of a gamble on the German’s part.
However, Keita’s aggression and penetration, coupled with his speed of thought and smooth was essential for Liverpool’s work both with and without the ball.While his energy and counter-pressing proceed themselves, Keita’s excellent distribution and calmness in possession was vital for Liverpool’s counterattack and bypassing of City’s press.
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