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Liverpool fan fumes during defeat to Everton as Jurgen Klopp makes apology to supporters

Liverpool fan Craig Houlden fumes on live stream during his side’s 2-0 defeat to Everton as Jurgen Klopp makes apology to supporters.

Everton dented Liverpool’s Premier League title hopes as Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin got on the scoresheet to give the Toffees their first Merseyside win at home since October 2010.

Liverpool had been hoping Jurgen Klopp to get a win for his final derby as manager to move level on points with leaders Arsenal.

However they were second-best with the hosts Everton now sitting eight points clear of the relegation zone in 16th place.

The defeat for Klopp’s side however means they are three points behind Arsenal in second place with only four games remaining and means Manchester City, who have two games in hand, and can move two points above them with a win over Brighton.

Liverpool fans quickly emptied the away end at Goodison Park, and those watching back home vented their frustration, angered even more whenever Klopp smiled despite his side losing.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp to Sky Sports: “I’m very disappointed. We let it become the game Everton wanted. Two goals from set pieces. They are really strong. But we created a lot and didn’t score.

“Then in the second half we were emotional and in a rush, not really clear enough. Then we concede a second goal with a routine they do the whole season – we knew the ball was going there we just didn’t defend it well enough.

“It was free-kick after free-kick. That was part of the story. But we weren’t good enough.

“I didn’t expect that performance but it happened. It’s not the greatest moment we’re in but you have to fight through it, use your moments to get your momentum.

“I can only apologise to everyone who is with us – it’s hard for us but I know for our people it is especially hard. We should’ve done better but we didn’t and that’s why we lost.”

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk to Sky Sports: “Very disappointed in so many ways. I think everyone has to look in the mirror, look at their own performance and if they really gave everything. Do they really want to win the league?

“We are fighting, there are games after tonight, but play like we did overall in the game like today… not winning challenges and giving the ref an opportunity to give a free-kick like he did many times, then you have no chance to win a title.

“It’s a tough one and we need to do much better against a side that’s (fighting) relegation. We had clear-cut chances in the first half that we should have scored but we weren’t good enough and it starts with the fight. We can’t let the season go out like this.”

Sky Sports’ Jamie Carragher: “It’s Everton’s night. You have to give it to them. You have to accept that as a Liverpool fan.

“This is the end of the title run for Liverpool. It almost feels like the end. They just have to make sure they finish the season strongly.

“They had enough chances in the game but at the moment they are not clinical enough in both boxes.

“I don’t think you can get too angry with the team or Jurgen Klopp. It’s been a great ride and a great journey. But tonight is Everton’s night and you have to take it on the chin.”

Jamie Carragher added: “The chance Nunez misses is unforgivable at this level. It’s not acceptable when you’re going for a title.

“I thought Liverpool were in control at the start of the second half and if they got one they’d get two. And then Mohamed Salah gave the ball away that led to the Everton corner.

“He has looked a shadow of himself for a lot of this season especially since he’s come back from injury. He is Liverpool’s legend, superstar. But he has been so far off it.”

Everton boss Sean Dyche to Sky Sports: “I thought Dominic was outstanding tonight. We have been trying to get him back to where he needs to be and I think he showed it tonight.

“He gets a goal and nearly nicks one on the line. I love that about strikers, trying to get it over the line, and I think that’s when he is at his best, when he is showing that energy to find that goal.

“The second was a great header but I thought, amongst many others, he was outstanding.”

He added: “Jordan Pickford made some big saves in the first half. It’s rare you stop these sides having chances so you need moments yourself. It’s hard to pick out one or two.

“We spoke about the desire and the energy of the team and the physical side of the game. The lads did it on Sunday and they’ll have to do it again. That’s the challenge.”

Twitter users gave their reaction as the Liverpool fan fumes during his side’s 2-0 defeat to Everton while Jurgen Klopp makes apology to supporters…

@ManutdRohan: Nah this is my daily dose of hapiness hahaha

@Bizzel_83: I am fucking crying 😭😭😭😭

@MattyBrennan2: Uncle festers having a mare

@_BrandonW7: Fucking fantastic HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAAHA

@DeanoByrne10: Absolutely beautiful the big eejit 😂😂😂😂😂

@sophefc2023: Craig of anfield agenda crying because klopp was smiling when we got a second another highlight

@LHood92: I’m smirking too knowing Craig is absolutely rattled 😂@AnfieldAgenda

@mikewoodafc: He was so close to crying there 😂😂

@dannyhunter1992: Honestly not too assed, we started this season expecting to be way behind other teams especially with the last minute signings and falling short last season, so to even win one cup this season has to be a form of achievement just devastating that the kids worked harder than pros

@j66kop: To be fair I’m ok I expect nothing from this team of late just riding their luck only reason thy are where they are this season luck. And it’s ran out.

@ianjoeg: Sadly this team has run out of energy at the wrong time, too many way out of form, rushed back from injury and lacking rhythm and cohesion, far too easy to bully and play against. You get what you deserve

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