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Liverpool hero Roberto Firmino has now picked up more bookings for excessive celebration than any other player in Europe's top five leagues

When this season finally comes to an end and the award for the best goal of the campaign is dished out, Roberto Firmino's ferocious strike against Stoke will surely be among the contenders.

The Brazilian lashed home a magnificent volley at the Bet365 Stadium to secure Liverpool a crucial 2-1 victory as they continue their pursuit of a top four finish in the Premier League.

Firmino could be forgiven for tearing his shirt off in celebration, given the manner of the strike and its importance to Liverpool's season.

Roberto Firmino picked up another booking for excessive celebration on Saturday afternoon
Roberto Firmino picked up another booking for excessive celebration on Saturday afternoon
The Brazilian striker scored a superb volley to secure Liverpool a crucial 2-1 victory at Stoke
The Brazilian striker scored a superb volley to secure Liverpool a crucial 2-1 victory at Stoke
The forward ripped off his shirt in celebration and was promptly booked by referee Mike Dean
The forward ripped off his shirt in celebration and was promptly booked by referee Mike Dean

However, referee Mike Dean was forced to brandish the now customary yellow card for such circumstances - Firmino guilty over over-celebrating his goal against the Potters.