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'Fabinho is one of the best centre backs in the world': Liverpool star hailed for his sublime goal-line clearance as he covers for Virgil van Dijk in defence as Rio Ferdinand declares him 'unbelievable' for denying Ajax

Fabinho was labelled 'one of the best centre backs in the world' after making an 'unbelievable' goal-line clearance in Liverpool's Champions League game with Ajax.

The Brazilian, who was covering for Virgil van Dijk after he suffered a season-ending injury in their draw with Everton at the weekend, saved a certain goal with a stunning piece of defending to ensure Liverpool's lead was preserved.

Jurgen Klopp's side broke the deadlock in Amsterdam after Sadio Mane's deflected cross was turned into his own net by Nicolas Tagliafico.

Fabinho made a stunning goal-line clearance to ensure Liverpool's lead was preserved
Fabinho, who was covering in defence for Virgil van Dijk, read the danger to get back in time

But the hosts responded well and almost equalised just minutes before the interval when Dusan Tadic was sent clear through and looped a finish over Adrian.