Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted he cannot explain the reasons behind his side's slow start in matches this season. The Red would sit inside the bottom three alongside Leeds United and Bournemouth if games ended after 45 minutes.
Liverpool have conceded the first goal in seven of their 11 Premier League matches so far, a complete contrast to that of the last few seasons when they were renowned for their fast starts in games. Leeds have an identical record to Liverpool when it comes to conceding the first goal, though it would be fair to say theirs is down to their inability to take chances, rather than starting slowly.
If a similar scenario happens this evening where Liverpool begin the match off the pace, then Leeds simply must capitalise if they are to come away with a positive result. Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Klopp explained that 'being 1-0 down all the time' is one of the reasons for their inconsistent start to the campaign, but claims it is something he cannot put his finger on.
