Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed the switch in his side's formation was made to get the best out of midfielder Fabinho.
Playing alongside Georginio Wijnaldum, the Brazilian was part a double pivot with both men deployed with the intention of creating a defensive platform as well as linking midfield and attack when transitioning the ball up the field.
Despite the goals coming from Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane, Klopp was keen to point out the quality of Fabinho’s performance - which included nine successful tackles.