Liverpool U17 coach Mike Garrity says this week's Milk Cup campaign is important in his players' development.

Liverpool thumped Newcastle United yesterday in their latest group fixture.

Garrity told liverpoolfc.com: "This tournament is really well-known throughout youth football. The competition has been running for 31 years and that just shows how successful it's been. I went along to a welcome dinner on Sunday, and in a presentation, we heard the names of players who have previously played here - the likes of Busquets and so many others. Stepping off the bus on Sunday and seeing the people in the streets shows you how well supported this tournament is in Northern Ireland."