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Klopp salutes Liverpool's 'proper warriors' as Premier League title battle intensifies

Jurgen Klopp has branded his Liverpool side “proper warriors” after seeing them prove that they have the stomach for a Premier League title battle.

The Reds cemented a standing at the English top-flight summit on Saturday with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Crystal Palace.

They had trailed in that contest, and been pegged back to 2-2 at one stage, while James Milner was dismissed late on after collecting a second yellow card.

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Klopp’s side rose to all of the challenges put in front of them, with Mohamed Salah starring once again as he bagged a brace to complement efforts from Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.