The Reds’ most promising moments during a match short on real chances came in two clear sights of goal for Mohamed Salah, in either half, but the Egyptian was denied on both occasions.
And Jürgen Klopp’s side therefore remain second in the Premier League, a point behind Manchester City with nine fixtures remaining this season.
Team news
Klopp made a single change from the 5-0 win over Watford in midweek, Jordan Henderson replacing James Milner – who had felt a hamstring in the days before the match – in the line-up.
Sadio Mane continued in a central role with Divock Origi stationed on the left-hand side of the Liverpool attack once again.