Sunday Mirror

GAME ON

Kop back on top as Bojo gives Klopp & co green light to carry on

- BY STEVE BATES

JURGEN KLOPP saw Liverpool climb back to the top of the Premier League — then welcomed the chance to keep on playing as the country was plunged back into lockdown.

The Kop boss (right) was jubilant after sub Diogo Jota fired home a late winner in the 2-1 win over West Ham, minutes after VAR and referee Kevin Friend had ruled out another goal by the £41million signing. But

Klopp was just as delighted that football WILL continue when the country again shuts down on Thursday as the Covid-19 crisis threatens to spiral out of control.

Asked about whether the Premier League would continue during his address to the nation last night, giving a big thumbs up Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “Yes to the Premier League.” Klopp said: “In

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Diogo Jota enjoys his late winner against the Hammers
ANFIELD OF DREAMS Liverpool star Diogo Jota enjoys his late winner against the Hammers

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