Liverpool head to Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon, in what is set to be another test of their Premier League title credentials.
The Reds go into game with an eight-point lead over Leicester City and Chelsea, with the latter visiting Manchester City later in the day.
Although Jurgen Klopp’s side are favourites to win at Selhurst Park, the possible absence of key men could make it a tricky assignment.
Andros Townsend will be a threat for the Eagles and he has pinpointed a tactic for his side to conquer.
Speaking to the Premier League website, the winger believes Palace must prevent Liverpool flying out of the traps in either half:
It’s incredible, I think they make a conscious effort each half to go full throttle for the first 15 minutes.
They suss you out for the first 15 minutes and they did that against Manchester City.
Even though they were not playing well, they found themselves 2-0 up.
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Klopp’s men keep passing every test with flying colours this season and this feels like another pivotal weekend in title race.
If Liverpool can pick up all three points in south London, it will crank up the pressure on City.
The Reds need to be ruthless against a well-drilled side, continuing their rich vein of form in the process.
They have actually been fairly slow starters, contrary to Townsend’s comments, but they have to be switched on from the off on Saturday.
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