Klopp: “Leipzig are a monster and we defended them very well”

Jurgen Klopp could not hide his satisfaction after qualifying for the quarterfinals of the Champions. “The players were outstanding tonight,” applauded the coach of the Liverpool after beating Leipzig (2-0) in the round of 16 with goals from Salah Y Mané. “We had to turn things off in the Premier to take advantage of the opportunity and the players have had a lot of fun,” said the German coach.

“We created many opportunities, that's who we are,” he analyzed, “the best the boys did was that no one could see how good Leipzig is, they are a monster and we defended them very well,” he said. Klopp, who congratulated Fabinho after being chosen as the best player of the match. “I told him that it shows a lot that he likes to play '6', we all want him in that position,” he declared.

“We had to pressure him to play long balls, we defended very well together and everyone did a great job. Those who entered, Origi and above all Keita, they did a good performance, “he continued Klopp, who wants to transfer to the Premier its good dynamics in the Champions.

“We play again on Monday and we have to prepare, if we play like tonight we will not make it easy for them. WolvesWe haven't won for a long time and it shows, “he said. Klopp.