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Mane, Firmino, Salah star as Liverpool go top with thumping win over woeful Watford

Liverpool moved to the top of the Premier League on Saturday, thumping Watford 5-0 in Claudio Ranieri's first match in charge of the Hornets.

Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino's hat trick and a stunning goal from Mohamed Salah ensured a fine afternoon for Jurgen Klopp's men, who wrecked Ranieri's big day after he took over from Xisco Munoz.

Klopp, who took over as Liverpool manager six years ago this weekend, made four changes from the 2-2 draw against Manchester City last time out, with Alisson and Fabinho among those missing after they played for Brazil early on Friday morning.