da apostebet： For years, Liverpool’s Achilles heel seemed to be their defence as they struggled to keep out goals.
da apostaganha： The club’s failed to match their opponents in quality goalkeeping and they had a shaky back line.
Since Virgil van Dijk’s arrival in January, though, things have improved dramatically.
The Dutchman has become a leader at the back, instructing the players around him and taking control of tricky situations.
In the summer, manager Jurgen Klopp addressed the goalkeeping issue by shipping out Loris Karius to Besiktas and bringing in Brazilian stopper Alisson.
Since the season kicked off, the Reds have managed to go on an unbeaten run in the Premier League.
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They currently sit third in the table, only off the top spot due to an inferior goal difference to Manchester City.
However, uncharacteristically their attacking stars have been misfiring.
Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane collectively have struggled to make a significant impact, while there has also been a lack of creativity in midfield of late.
After Sunday’s goalless draw with Manchester City at Anfield, the club’s home defensive record was highlighted, which has been a surprise to some fans.
Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.Comment from discussion Liverpool are the first team since 1994 to keep 9 consecutive clean sheets at home in the league.