In a thoroughly professional performance, Liverpool dispatched Derby County 0-3 at the iPro Stadium, advancing to the fourth round of the EFL Cup.
While the Reds pushed ahead after 24 minutes, thanks to Ragnar Klavan pouncing on a loose ball from a corner kick, it took a surge in the second half to see the home side out of the tournament, with Philippe Coutinho and Divock Origi both finding the back of the net within five minutes of each other.
The scoreline could easily have been greater but Liverpool showed the requisite class and ruthlessness to finish the match and cruise to a comfortable victory. As the second half waned and all the substitutes had been made, a sloppiness did seep into the side but a number of players were able to gain some valuable time on the pitch.
Most importantly, the goals continue to come for Liverpool and a clean sheet, even against a lower league team, is a definite positive step for the Merseysiders. There is no doubt that Jurgen Klopp’s team is taking shape.
Here are four findings from the match.
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