Premier League
Klopp after 200th win: “Team full of joy”
Jürgen Klopp surprisingly announced his departure from Liverpool FC on Friday. photo
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Liverpool FC is not showing any weakness after the announced departure of coach Jürgen Klopp and is consolidating the top of the table with a clear win against Chelsea. For Klopp, the 4-1 win is an anniversary.
“Attitude is not our problem, it’s something we can expect. Attitude comes from the culture, attitude is created by the audience and pretty much everyone around this team,” said Klopp after the 4-1 win against FC Chelsea. “Attitude will never be a problem for this team. The team is full of joy, full of fun and stuff and that’s really cool.”
The Reds consolidated their lead in the table with the win. Three days after reaching the FA Cup round of 16, the team won at Anfield thanks to goals from Diogo Jota (23rd minute), Conor Bradley (39th), Dominik Szoboszlai (65th) and Luis Diaz (79th). Liverpool’s Darwin Núñez hit the aluminum four times and missed a penalty. “Incredible first half, I would say it’s indefensible,” Klopp praised the striker from Uruguay. “Exceptionally, really good.” The somewhat lucky goal for the overwhelmed guests was scored by former Leipzig player Christopher Nkunku (71st).
Klopp surprisingly announced on Friday that he wanted to leave Liverpool FC after the current season despite a contract that runs until 2026. The 56-year-old justified the decision by saying he was running out of energy. After 22 Premier League games, Liverpool is five points ahead of the new second-placed Manchester City, who have played one game less, and third-place Arsenal, with the same points.