Klopp 'super proud' of Liverpool after win in 'difficult draw' against Arsenal

Listen to Story Jurgen Klopp has claimed that he is 'super proud' of his side after their 2 0 win in the third round of the FA Cup on January 7 against Arsenal. at the Emirates Stadium. Despite a strong start from Arsenal, who dominated the first half with numerous chances, their inability to capitalise on these opportunities proved costly.

Liverpool's resilience paid off when Trent Alexander Arnold's free kick led to an own goal by Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior in the 80th minute. The Reds sealed their triumph in stoppage time as Luis Diaz struck a powerful shot into the net, ensuring Liverpool's progression to the fourth round of the competition.

Arsenal's profligacy in front of goal was highlighted as a recurring issue, while Liverpool's tactical adjustments in the second half and their effective counter attacking play were key factors in their win. Speaking to the BBC after the win, Klopp said it was the most difficult draw his team could get in the competition at this stage.

The Liverpool boss said that he did change things around a bit in the second half. "I'm super proud. It's a super difficult draw, maybe the most difficult we could've got. With all the things we had to consider coming here, Arsenal lined up slightly different, that was smart." "We changed a bit at half time and we were really in the game in the second half.

We scored the goals and brought the kids on. We fought for 95 minutes. We have a winter break now," said Klopp. With a draw in the game forcing a replay at Anfield, Klopp said he was desperate to avoid such a situation. The Liverpool boss also suggested they could have scored a second goal earlier from one of their counter attacks.

"We could have scored a second slightly earlier, with one or two counter attacks where we could've seen the pass earlier. We desperately wanted to avoid a draw," said Klopp..