The Reds twice led Crystal Palace in the Community Shield but were pegged back on each occasion, as Jean Philippe-Mateta's penalty cancelled out Hugo Ekitike's early opener before Ismaila Sarr sent it to a shootout after Jeremie Frimpong had restored Liverpool's lead.

Liverpool’s record-breaking transfer spend has them in a strong position to retain their Premier League crown.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has admitted his side need to tighten up defensively if they are to retain the Premier League title. Despite twice taking the lead in the Community Shield, sloppy defensive play through the middle allowed Crystal Palace to equalise both times and that led to penalties, which the Eagles won 3-2.