Burnley 1-3 Liverpool: Roberto Firmino comes off the bench to complete Reds’ comeback
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Liverpool recorded a fourth straight victory in the Premier League to remain hot on the heels of leaders Manchester City, as they turned around the match at Burnley.
Fresh from a last-gasp win in the Merseyside derby on Sunday, Liverpool cut the lead to just two points once again and continue their charge in leading the chasing pack against the reigning champions.
Jack Cork put Burnley in front but James Milner, Roberto Firmino and Xherdan Shaqiri hit back to earn Liverpool all three points. Re-live the action below.
Preview
Virgil van Dijk’s skewed volley that set up Divock Origi’s winner in Sunday’s Merseyside derby required the sort of luck you only get when you’re towards the top of the table. It was by no means a work of art, but the ball’s peculiar route to goal represented much of Liverpool’s season so far. The blistering attacks of last season haven’t resurfaced this time round as Jurgen Klopp’s side have been getting results with more pragmatism than panache.
How Burnley could use some of that fortune. Sean Dyche’s own pragmatic ruggedness has abandoned his side this season. The Clarets only need to concede 10 more goals to match their total for the whole of last season. For the Lancashire side it will seem a lifetime ago that they miraculously finished 7th in the Premier League and earned themselves a spot in the Europa League.
After Manchester City’s narrow victory last night, Liverpool can’t afford to drop points if they realistically want to keep pace with the champions. Pep Guardiola’s side have raised the requirement for winning the title to at least 90 points, making clashes against opposition at the wrong end of the table must win games.
When does it start?
Burnley vs Liverpool kicks off at 19:45 (GMT) on Wednesday 5th December
Where can I watch it?
Burnley vs Liverpool will not be televised, but you can follow the action via The Independent’s live blog.
Highlights will be shown on BBC One from 10:45pm.
Player to watch…
Naby Keita: He’s struggled with injuries so far this season, but Keita could be exactly what Liverpool need in midfield on Wednesday night. His form in the Bundesliga was so impressive, Klopp was willing to wait a year before bringing him in with the rest of the squad, and with Burnley likely to sit back, the Guinean international could be the key to unlock the door at Turf Moor.
Form guide:
Burnley: LLDLL
Liverpool: WDWWW
Odds
Burnley: 12/1
Draw: 9/2
Liverpool: 1/4
(Odds provided by Betfair)
Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal, 42 minutes
Nemanja Matic hauls back an Arsenal player looking to counter.
You know the drill.
Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal, 45 minutes
Aaron Ramsey slides in on Matic and has taken a knock to the leg.
Arsenal have already lost Rob Holding to injury tonight and Ramsey is another in bother.
Fortunately for Unai Emery, Ramsey (with a grimace) trudges to the halfway line and will continue.
Three added minutes.
Half time at Wembley. Spurs have a 1-0 lead thanks to Harry Kane's ninth minute opener.
Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal, 45 + 2 minutes
Aaron Ramsey has rejoined the action, but he's not moving smoothly. A half time change may be required, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan is warming up.
The second halves have started in the four earlier games.
An early penalty appeal for Chelsea at Wolves, but not given. What does the second 45 have in store?
Burnley 0-0 Liverpool, 47 minutes
Joe Hart is tested soon after the resumption, Daniel Sturridge stinging his palms with a strong effort.
Good stop from Hart.
Burnley 0-0 Liverpool, 52 minutes
Another excellent save from Hart. This time it is Naby Keita forcing the Burnley keeper into action.
Liverpool pressing for an opening goal.
GOAL! Burnley 1-0 Liverpool (Jack Cork, 54 minutes)
But the hosts lead!
Jack Cork stabs home from the clutches of Alisson, who fumbled after a Burnley corner.
An argument could be made that the Brazilian had both hands on the ball, and there may have been an offside in the build up, but the goal stands and Burnley have the lead against the run of play.
GOAL! Wolves 1-1 Chelsea (Raul Jimenez, 59 minutes)
Lovely play from Morgan Gibbs-White to create the opening for Raul Jimenez, and the Mexican striker finishes superbly.
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