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Liverpool boss Klopp expects long ball battle against Sheffield Utd

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp expects a long ball battle against Sheffield United.

The Blades host Liverpool today.

Klopp said, “Everybody is responsible for everything. Easy as that. When the other team has the ball I don't see any reason why you should not defend. If you over-play then you can chase the guy from behind!

“Hopefully we have the ball a lot, then we have to do something with it. We will play against a compact formation but they don't only defend. The goalkeeper is pretty long with his goal-kicks so it is pretty clear where the challenges will be, second balls near our box. We have to be ready for these fights in football, have the right level of aggression. It's not only about football. It's a complex job to do, but it's not the first time we play a team like this."

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