Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish is delighted with his current central defensive pairing.

Daniel Agger and Martin Skrtel have both been imperious at the back in recent weeks, developing an understanding that has seen the Reds claim five shut-outs in their last eight matches in all competitions.

"I don't think they've ever looked a bad pair," Dalglish told reporters.

"They are certainly both playing very well. It's not just about centre backs and full backs defending, it's about everybody.

"As soon as we lose the ball, we start to defend to get it back as soon as we can. When we do, everyone can go forward if they want. I mean, Daniel Agger got forward a few times on Sunday and Martin scored a goal.

"They've been good defensively, but they've been good in an attacking sense as well."