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Liverpool can take pride in their dominant display, restricting Newcastle to an xG of just 0.21 and preventing them from registering a single shot on target.

Today, however, was an improved defensive performance from Liverpool’s fullbacks, keeping the likes of Anthony Gordon and Jacob Murphy quiet.



Pair this with yet another masterclass from Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté, and you have a truly outstanding defensive display.



Following a few shaky defensive performances, Liverpool fans will now feel less anxious after watching today’s match in particular.



A defensive masterclass is also easier to achieve with the likes of Luis Díaz tracking back brilliantly to support his teammates.

However, a rock-solid defensive display isn’t enough to beat a team of Newcastle’s calibre.

Is Alexander Isak the answer to Liverpool’s No.9 problem?

Liverpool’s forwards impressed, with Mohamed Salah and Luis Díaz both providing assists for the goalscorers.
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