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Klopp’s plea to Reds fans

MANAGER Jurgen Klopp urged Liverpool supporters not to sing his name during a game. His side pulled off an impressive 4-1 victory over defending Premier League champion Leicester at the new Anfield on Saturday.

The German was seen remonstrating with home fans at one point as they chanted his name. “I’m really on the side of the players, I really am,” said Klopp. “I’m responsible for the bad performances, they’re responsible for the good performances. I don’t like to celebrate like something special has just happened — that is what I expect from us and we have to show it. We will see how often we can show it.

“That’s what we have to do this season, create an atmosphere, but please don’t sing my name before the game is decided! Immediately the Kop started singing ‘Jurgen Klopp’, it’s like celebrating a penalty before it is scored. I don’t play!” 




 

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