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#1 A great start to a tough December ahead for the Reds
Liverpool have a very tough run of 12 matches in the festive period. January is the time where Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool lost the title last season. They drew too many matches and lost their only game to Manchester City at the Etihad. It will again be a matter of concern for Liverpool this January.
They have the Club World Cup lined up in Qatar along with Champions League, Premier League and League cup in December 2019. A successful festive period is key to Liverpool's title bid.
A tough win against Crystal Palace was important for the Reds. They need to find the right balance in the starting eleven. Using fringe players like Shaqiri, Gomez and Lallana throughout the remaining period of the season is key to the squad's healthiness and competitiveness if they are to compete on all fronts including the Champions League, FA Cup, Premier League and League Cup.
