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​Liverpool in Champions League because of Alisson - Robertson

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is still grateful to goalkeeper Alisson.

The Brazilian slipped up against Manchester United, fumbling a cross that led to an equalizer. But the Reds managed to get two goals in the second half to win 3-1.

And Robertson knows that Alisson has saved Liverpool already this season, which means the odd mistake is forgiven.

"He has been unbelievable this season and we all make mistakes," the Scot said to the Evening Standard.

"It is just if Mo Salah or Firmino make a mistake it maybe doesn't get punished because it is up the other end, but that is unfortunately what a keeper has to put up with, if they make a mistake it usually turns into a goal.

"Of course, he will be disappointed with it but he bounced back and we can't moan about it, he has dug us out Tuesday night and we are still in the Champions League because of him.

"We have not dug him out of a hole but we have put in a performance and his error hasn't been highlighted because we have won the game and that is what a good squad does."

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