Jurgen Klopp expressed immense admiration for Liverpool's outstanding performance against Newcastle United, suggesting that it could serve as a study in football schools for years to come. The team secured a 4-2 victory at Anfield, recording an impressive 34 shots and the highest Expected Goals (xG) total (7.27) in a Premier League match since 2010/11 when such data became available.
Klopp attributed Liverpool's success to their effective counter-pressing strategy, emphasizing the collective effort to regain possession high up the pitch quickly after losing the ball. The manager commended the sensational nature of the game, praising various aspects and highlighting the exceptional atmosphere at Anfield.
Reflecting on the nail-biting nature of the match, Klopp admitted to not watching Mohamed Salah's penalty, which ultimately sealed the win, as he preferred to gauge the crowd's reaction.
Despite the team's remarkable display, Klopp humorously mentioned a personal scare during post-match celebrations when his wedding ring fell off, expressing gratitude to the cameraman who found and returned it.
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