The Reds have conceded just six goals in 15 Premier League games this season - the best record in the division. That puts them on current course to concede just 15 goals and draw level with Chelsea, who hold the record for the fewest goals conceded across an entire campaign with 15 in 2004-05. The latter has proved particularly crucial in their last two games, making key saves to secure hard-fought wins over Everton and Burnley. But while their individuals have been praised, former Liverpool star Murphy - who made 246 appearances for the Anfield outfit across five years - believes a major reason for their solidity owes to their ample options. Murphy told Match of the Day on Liverpool’s back-four: “What they’ve got is competition for places which helps.

Source: Express December 06, 2018 04:41 UTC