Liverpool FC scored seven goals in the top game against Manchester United. From the point of view of coach Jürgen Klopp, one thing in particular stands out: the goal of the outgoing Reds professional Roberto Firmino. But an overzealous fan prevents the coach from enjoying the moment.
For Jürgen Klopp, Roberto Firmino's seventh goal was actually a "very special moment" in the 7-0 gala against Manchester United, and yet the Liverpool coach then fumed on the sidelines.
A fan ran onto the cluster of players after the goal but slipped just before the LFC-Stars, hitting full-back Andy Robertson with his foot. The Scot held his ankle. Accordingly, Klopp's speedster had to listen to the right words when he was taken away by a folder.
Liverpool FC announced on Monday that they would hold the speedster accountable, and appropriate steps had already been taken. "There is no excuse for this unacceptable and dangerous behavior," the club said. "If the offender is found guilty of entering the pitch without permission, he could face a civil penalty and a life ban from Anfield and all Premier League stadiums."
But Robertson was able to finish the game. So Klopp was finally able to enjoy Firmino's goal. "With all the beautiful goals he scored, this was the goal he wanted most," said Klopp of the ex-Hoffenheimer, who will leave the Reds at the end of the season after eight years. It wasn't an easy decision for him to leave the club, Klopp said of the crowd's favourite: "The reception he got was extraordinary." Firmino has rarely been a regular this season.
In any case, it was a special evening for coach Jürgen Klopp. After the historic success, he is hoping for a turning point in what has been a mixed season for his team so far. "We need results and performance - and tonight we had both," said Klopp after the rout at Anfield in the BBC interview.
"It is important that everyone knows: We are here and we are still alive." The result was "crazy", admitted the 55-year-old, but his team's performance was "outstanding". "A few months ago everyone thought it was a good time to play against Liverpool," said Klopp. "They weren't allowed to say it out loud, but everyone thought it because they felt like we were in deep trouble. But now it's not such a good moment for them because we seem like ourselves again. "
