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Daily Mirror
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Samuel Meade

Jurgen Klopp reveals Alisson was "close to crying" due to surprise in Liverpool feat

Alisson was "close to tears" after keeping a clean sheet in Liverpool's win over Fulham, according to Jurgen Klopp.

The Reds kept their slim chances of Champions League football alive by seeing off the Cottagers, the side who had held them to a draw on the opening day. Mohamed Salah proved to be the match winner from the spot as he closes on the 30-goal mark for the season.

Alisson's shut out though had the Brazilian feeling particularly emotional. Liverpool's defence has not been as solid as it once was, emphasised by the fact their No 1 has conceded three in a game on seven occasions this season. That made his clean sheet all the more valuable, bringing out a rare reaction.

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