The first one they sang for was their Number Nine. The Kop always want you to know how the best in the world is ‘Bobby’ Firmino and the adoration for him was loud and noisy.
Then came the ovation for Virgil van Dijk, who they watch defend and score. Those two players are guaranteed to receive backing no matter how Liverpool have started a game; to the equation, you can also add Andrew Robertson and Jordan Henderson, when they are playing.
Things are different with Mohamed Salah, however. It can take time for Liverpool’s supporters to sing his praises, which is unusual for someone of his standing.