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What is heavy metal football & how has Jurgen Klopp used it at Liverpool?

The German coach is as synonymous with his intense, fast-paced football as he is with his excessive goal celebrations. But what is behind his tactics?

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is known for his 'heavy metal football', but that doesn't mean that he soundtracks his training sessions with the AC/DC and Metallica discographies.

The term – coined by the eccentric German coach himself – is used to describe the high-intense, counter-attacking style of football that he has his teams play. The Liverpool team under Klopp's management is known for their fast-paced, attacking football with goals galore.