However, the Dutchman knows it will not be easy for the Reds to retain the trophy when they face Newcastle at Wembley on 16 March.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has said he "doesn't care" about the comments pundits make about his side and he has no need to "respond or be affected" by them.

Nick: We were never in the game and were so passive throughout. Liverpool were the better team but to get beaten like that, ...