Liverpool Boss Arne Slott has claimed his side A win over Sunderland It was “very important” as the Reds continued their quest to qualify for the Champions League.

The visitors traveled from Merseyside to the North East, and faced a Black Cats team who were unbeaten at home. Premier League.

But that was no problem for the reigning champions, who left with all three points courtesy of Virgil van Dijk’s deflected header.

It was a match in which Liverpool were on the front foot for most of the game, although Sunderland had a few chances to take something from the game.

Speaking after the game, Slott said: “Very important. I think we dug deep after just two days’ rest. Then going into a tough away game. We showed again how well we can play on the ball. We created a lot of chances today.

“The character we showed throughout the game was very good and that’s why we left this place with a 1-0 win.

“In the second half, we had a lot of good moments and a lot of moments where we had quality players in promising positions.

“The overall performance in terms of work rate was really good.”

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Mohamed Salah was the all-important assist for Liverpool’s goal, his 92nd in the top flight, equaling the record of the great Steven Gerrard.

On the talisman’s impact after returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, Slott added: “He’s got so many records for this club, but to associate it with such a great player. Both were incredible players for this club. Unfortunately for Steven, I hope Mo goes above him. I hope not, but I hope he goes above him.”

It wasn’t all good news for Liverpool, however. Midfielder Wataru Ando was stretchered off with an injury, which Slote is already assuming will keep the player out for a long time.