ReactionWataru Endo: We'll stay positive and keep working for the games ahead

The Reds were left frustrated as they were unable to break down Erik ten Hag’s side in the Premier League clash, failing to score at Anfield for the first time since January and for the first time in 25 games this season.

The home team dominated in terms of shots, possession and corners, but in the end were forced to settle for a point against their fierce rivals.

Reflecting on the match afterwards, Endo told Liverpoolfc.com there were plus points to the performance that can be used for the next challenges ahead.

“We played well and we had so many chances,” the midfielder said.

“We are disappointed about the result but the way we played today was amazing. We need to keep playing like this.”

He continued: “If we score, it was a perfect game, I think.

“I [also] focus on the defensive side, that’s my job, and we didn’t concede a goal, that’s also an important thing. We [need to] just keep playing like today.

“Because we play at home, we needed three points. And we just have one. But we have to stay positive and get ready for the next game.”

That next outing comes quickly enough at this time of year, of course, and Endo was able to look ahead to an important week at Anfield.

Jürgen Klopp’s men host a Carabao Cup quarter-final against West Ham United on Wednesday and then a top-of-the-table clash with Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday.

“It’s a very important month,” the Japan international added. “So we have to try to keep playing like today and get ready for the next game.”

The summer signing was named in the manager’s starting line-up for the fourth consecutive fixture in all competitions, and on a personal level is determined to keep building too.

“I knew that I had to play well today, it’s a very important game for Liverpool and also for me,” Endo added. “Our team performance was great, so I’ll just keep working hard.”