Official Site of Liverpool · May 13, 2017
Joel Matip: Everything counts - and we're enjoying the battle
The Reds know beating West Ham United at the London Stadium this weekend and following that up with an Anfield victory over Middlesbrough would be enough to secure a top-four finish.
Indeed, should results elsewhere involving Arsenal and Manchester United go their way this weekend, then three points in the capital could confirm a return to Europe’s premier competition as early as Sunday evening.
Nevertheless, Matip has explained why he and his teammates are looking forward to the challenge.
He told Liverpoolfc.com: “Of course we’re optimistic. We have two games and have it in our own hands to stay where we are now – and we will give our best to achieve this.