Norwich (dpa) - The legendary record season of Liverpool FC amazes even Jürgen Klopp.
With the 1-0 victory of his Reds at Norwich City, the sovereign leader of the English Premier League was able to extend the lead over second-placed Manchester City to 25 points with 76 points. "The gap is insane. I can hardly understand it," said Klopp after the 17th league win in a row. "I've never had anything like it. It's outstanding and so difficult."
The season-long club scored 103 out of 105 possible points in the Premier League. They have been unbeaten in the league for 42 games. The club can make the first championship in 30 years with five other victories. The club can celebrate its 19th title against Bournemouth AFC on March 7 at the earliest if rivals Manchester City and Leicester City lose all matches. A decision can also be made in the derby at Everton on March 16. One thing is certain: after the UEFA suspension from Manchester City, participation in the Champions League is secured in mid-February.
"We will do everything we can to keep it going," said Sadio Mané. The striker scored the winning goal in the lackluster success at the bottom of the table from Norwich after his substitution (78th minute). "We are Liverpool, we are a strong team," emphasized Mané. The next opportunity to demonstrate this is Tuesday. In the round of 16 first leg of the Champions League, the defending champion is visiting the Spanish top club Atletico Madrid.
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