Jurgen Klopp has handed Newcastle United a huge compliment ahead of tonight's clash against Liverpool at Anfield. The former Borussia Dortmund boss heaped praise on Newcastle and Eddie Howe as they prepare for the tough test on Merseyside.
Klopp's side go into the game on the back of a 9-0 win over AFC Bournemouth and have an outstanding record in this fixture. Klopp said ahead of the match: "Tonight we face an opponent who are probably the most improve team in the Premier League this year.
"I have always respected and admired Eddie Howe and the job he is doing at Newcastle United is brilliant. It should not surprise anyone either.
"It has been clear that Eddie has a philosophy, a way of playing and a way of working that would benefit whichever club he works for. Newcastle made a good decision to appoint him and it is paying off.
"We saw the best of his team in the recent draw against Man City which showed how aggressive they can be with the ball and how creative they can be even against a side with the quality of Man City. I know I will not be alone by being impressed with the football Newcastle are playing and I would expect them to be especially motivated for this fixture because when you are ambitious it makes sense to give a bloody nose to clubs who usually finish above you."
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