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Simon Mignolet hails Liverpool's strength in depth after reaching the EFL Cup semi-final and reveals desire to avenge last season's final defeat

Simon Mignolet has hailed Liverpool's strength in depth after reaching the EFL Cup semi-final with a 2-0 victory over Leeds United at Anfield.

Second half goals from Divock Origi and Ben Woodburn sealed victory at Anfield, with Jurgen Klopp making eight changed to the side that defeated Sunderland 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday.

And No 2 stopper Mignolet believes Liverpool will reap the rewards of a strong squad across December and January, where the fixtures pile up over Christmas.

Simon Mignolet praised Liverpool's strength in depth after reaching the EFL Cup semi-final
Simon Mignolet praised Liverpool's strength in depth after reaching the EFL Cup semi-final
Mignolet returned to Liverpool's starting line-up as they defeated Leeds 2-0 on Tuesday
Mignolet returned to Liverpool's starting line-up as they defeated Leeds 2-0 on Tuesday
Divock Origi put Liverpool on the way to victory with a well taken goal in the 75th minute
Divock Origi put Liverpool on the way to victory with a well taken goal in the 75th minute

'I'm pleased with how we performed and I think we deserved to go to the semis.