Jurgen Klopp admits Jordan Pickford's timewasting tactics disrupted his team's rhythm during Sunday's Merseyside derby at Anfield.
The Reds ultimately came out on top but were frustrated for two thirds of the game until Andy Robertson made the breakthrough.
Pickford drew the wrath of the home crowd as he slowly fell to the turf after claiming the ball in an effort to run down the clock.
Jordan Pickford frustrated Liverpool with his timewasting tactics at Anfield on Sunday
Klopp admits his team didn't respond particularly well for the majority of the game
In the closing stages of the game Liverpool stopper Alisson Becker proceeded to mimic him and draw cheers and laughter from his supporters.