This archive report was first published on 23 June 2020.
June 23, 2020 - Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has expressed surprise at the Reds' 20-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League, but believes his team must have done something right to achieve such a gap.
Manchester City's recent form, including a 5-0 demolition of Burnley, has made it difficult for Liverpool to clinch the title when they host Crystal Palace on Wednesday.
However, Liverpool could still be crowned champions this week if Manchester City fail to maintain their impressive form away at Chelsea on Thursday.
"What I realised when I watched the game last night is, how is it possibly anybody is 20 points ahead of this team? So we must have done some things pretty well," Klopp said at his pre-match videoconference.
"City is flying again, two games, eight goals is impressive but should not be a surprise. It's a quality side," he added.
Despite Liverpool's strong start to the season, they drew 0-0 at Everton on Sunday, dropping points for just the third time in the league this season.
The return of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson from injury should help Klopp's men rediscover their rhythm against Palace, who were the last visiting side to win a league match at Anfield, more than three years ago.
"We are fine with our start. Not overly happy but it would be cool if we just play our game," Klopp said.
"If we win, all the other teams can do what they want, they cannot catch us. We have to not think too much about it," he added.
