Bet of the day: Sturridge to score and Liverpool to win

The Reds have won seven of their last eight matches and have lost just once in 17 fixtures, both stats occurring across all competitions.

In contrast, their hosts have won just twice in 10 Premier League fixtures and it doesn’t look good for them against the Reds.

Klopp encouraged by Saints sinking

Following the club’s 6-1 win over Southampton, Reds boss Klopp has said that he is happy to see the belief returning to his players.

“We could enjoy the second half of the Southampton game on the bench, not because the game was finished but because the players never lost concentration and did what they had to do until the end,” said Klopp.

“You could see the body language of the Southampton players change, not my side. That is a good sign.

“You can’t always play with a miserable face – OK, that’s how I play tennis but that’s my problem. I don’t expect someone to go into a one-on-one situation with a big smile on their face but it’s important to be able to enjoy what you are doing. That is best for everybody,” the German continued.

“Football always looks only like work in difficult times. Football is always hard work but it looks easier when you are on a good run and that is enough to enjoy.”

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