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Jurgen Klopp admits that Liverpool were fortunate in securing victory against West Ham: 'You have to bring this game over the line'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted that his side were fortunate to beat West Ham.

A goal from Sadio Mane in the 27th minute proved sufficient as Liverpool secured a 1-0 win at Anfield to close the gap on Premier League leaders Manchester City to three points.

However, Klopp acknowledged that there were periods in the game when Liverpool were very fortunate defensively as they struggled to cope with the attacking threat provided by West Ham.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted that his side required luck to beat West Ham

Speaking after the game, Klopp told Sky Sports: 'I don’t know if we will remember this game as one of the most important.