The first leg of ‘El Kloppico’ finished all square as Liverpool drew 1-1 with Borussia Dortmund at the Westfalenstadion.
Manager Jurgen Klopp found himself visiting his old club in a pivotal Europa League tie under considerable attention. Most impressively, he proved that attention was well-deserved as he had the Reds prepared and ready to face one of Europe’s best sides.
This performance picked up right where the Spurs game finished at the weekend, as Liverpool hustled and harried their opposition, as well as finding the match’s first goal.
It was another step toward suggesting that the loss to Southampton was merely a blip for the side that is growing familiar in the Klopp cast.
In fact, the German gaffer got almost everything right in preparing Liverpool to face his former side.
From some surprise selections to squeezing tactics and the commitment that now characterises the club, Klopp rightly remained at the centre of this fixture. It all sets the stage for another good game in a week’s time when Anfield plays host.
Here are four findings from the match.
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