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Jürgen Klopp Names the Key Reason Why Liverpool Failed to Beat Man Utd After Old Trafford Stalemate

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp claimed losing Roberto Firmino to injury had disastrous consequences on Sunday, as his side failed to beat Manchester United in their Premier League clash.

In an injury packed first half, the Brazil international limped off after injuring his ankle, which saw Daniel Sturridge come on in his place. The change clearly disrupted the Reds' attacking play, and they were unable to take advantage of their opponents' own injury problems, after they lost three players to hamstring complaints before half-time.

Speaking after the match, via Sky Sports, Klopp cited losing Firmino as a key reason behind his side failing to claim the three points, and said: "Then the injury crisis started, and it obviously cost us the rhythm.