Liverpool move to 2nd spot on EPL table
What's the story
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool mustered another convincing victory to see his side go second for the moment in the Premier League. It was not a happy return for Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez to Anfield as his side was beaten 2-0. With Spurs winning their match earlier, the Reds ensured they marched on. Here is a look at the key highlights of the encounter.
Top draw
Front three to the rescue
The Reds got off to a frantic start but were wasteful in front of goal. In the 40th minute Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain fed the Egyptian Mohamed Salah through a driving run forward with the former slamming home the opener. 10 minutes into the second half, Roberto Firmino assisted Sadio Mane for the night's second shot on goal and the job was comfortably done.
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Reds hit 200th goal under Klopp
Liverpool have found the attacking flair under the German manager with the side netting their 200th goal of the Klopp reign. It has taken 97 matches for Klopp to secure the feat. They have scored 67 goals this season in the Premier League.
Goal gluttony
Is there stopping Salah?
Credit to Klopp for turning a player with big potential into someone who is gaining world class status. The 25-year-old hit his 24th EPL goal and is joint top. He also registered his 32nd goal of the campaign across all competitions. Salah has got goals, assists and presence of mind. With Mane and Firmino, the trio look as the best front three in Europe.
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What next for Liverpool?
The Reds have another home comfort when they take on FC Porto in the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16. They lead the tie 5-0 and are virtually through to the quarter-finals. On March 10, they face Manchester United at Old Trafford.