Jurgen Klopp says Everton’s tactics in Sunday’s Merseyside derby were “expected” as Liverpool beat their rivals 2-0 at Anfield.
The game was goalless after an hour with the visitors frustrating their city rivals. However, Andy Robertson broke the deadlock before Divock Origi made sure of the three points.
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The Toffees’ game plan made life difficult for Liverpool – who are seeking an unprecedented quadruple – but Frank Lampard’s men could not hold on to pick up a valuable point.
Klopp told BBC Sport: “Thank God the game has two halves. We didn’t play particularly well in the first half. They made it uncomfortable but we didn’t get in behind the last line. We didn’t have enough movement.
“We weren’t quick enough. We passed the ball into the area they had nine players. Second half we were much more direct and caused them much more problems. The goals were wonderful.
“We expected it [Everton’s tactics] but we didn’t react well. It’s difficult. Each ball Jordan Pickford has he takes five minutes so we couldn’t gain rhythm which you need to break down a low block. We expected them to do it.
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“The amount of wins we’ve had in recent months is insane. You have to work. The boys did that again. I’m really happy.
“We stayed really cool and calm. The changes helped, Fresh players, different formation. It made it difficult for the opposition.
“We won 2-0, it’s absolutely fine.”
On Origi, who is set to leave on a free transfer at the end of the season, Klopp said: “We will never miss a player like him because if he leaves, he will explode wherever he goes. He is a world-class striker, he is a legend and will stay a legend forever.
“He doesn’t always make the squad which is ridiculous, but he is there…
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