Liverpool Vs Crystal Palace : A Game Of Negatives And Positives
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Liverpool players celebrate one of their goals
The Reds – who finished fourth, 25 points behind champions Manchester City, last season – were worthy winners at Selhurst Park and join five other teams, including City, on six points after two games.
James Milner gave them the lead with a penalty after Mohamed Salah was brought down by Mamadou Sakho in the closing seconds of the first half.
BBC reports that Palace had young defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka sent off with 15 minutes left after he brought down Salah when the Egyptian was through on goal.
And Sadio Mane wrapped up the points in injury time when he ran from his own half before rounding Wayne Hennessey to score.
The Eagles had chances, and Andros Townsend curled an effort on to the bar after a mistake by the otherwise impressive Naby Keita.
“I am not interested in sending a statement to Manchester City or anyone else,” Klopp said. “I want to win football games and that’s what we did.”
The Reds manager said he was unconcerned by City’s 6-1 win over Huddersfield – or any other result.
“It’s very early,” said the German. “I couldn’t care less really. We are not in a race with other Premier League teams each weekend.
“It is too strong to say anything after two match days. You can discuss whatever you want – just do it without us.”
