Liverpool's route to potential UEFA Champions League qualification has become even clearer following Newcastle United's defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League.
The Magpies were beaten 2-0 at St James' Park after goals from Martin Odegaard and a Fabian Schar own goal helped Mikel Arteta's side record victory on Tyneside.
Liverpool beat Brentford 1-0 at Anfield yesterday evening and are now just three points behind Eddie Howe's side, with the Reds having played a game more.