Liverpool would have been "lost" without their young players this season, says manager Jurgen Klopp.
Injuries to senior players Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Thiago, Alisson and Trent Alexander-Arnold have forced Liverpool to play some youngsters.
Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher and defenders Rhys Williams and Nathaniel Phillips made their senior debuts, while Neco Williams and Curtis Jones also featured regularly.
"They were well prepared," said Klopp.
"When one door closes another opens up but you need the right kids to use - and how the boys did it.
"Rhys [Williams] has been exceptional, Neco [Williams] played two good games in a row.