Premier League 2018/19: 3 reasons why Liverpool beat Tottenham

#2 Excellent displays from Firmino and Milner

Milner performed well once again, was dependable and stood out when Liverpool needed continuity

Firmino doubled Liverpool's lead from close-range and although questions could be asked about Michel Vorm's goalkeeping, it was no less than the Brazilian deserved. He worked tirelessly both in and out of possession as usual, was an energetic presence that Spurs defenders struggled to deal with and this was evidenced by how his match was ended with 20 minutes still to play.

Vertonghen sent him sprawling to the turf after accidentally flailing his fingers into the forward's eye and after a medical assessment, the 26-year-old deemed himself unfit to continue. Having held up play well to involve other teammates on forward runs, he continuously scanned for options around him and probably should have scored more than one - if not for Salah's unselfishness in front of goal.

Firmino was forced off with 20 minutes left, after treatment from the physios for an innocuous eye injury

Meanwhile, Milner was excellent in his central midfield role once more. Everywhere again, he covered every blade of grass, worked tirelessly out of possession and showcased his excellent passing range.

I could have easily chosen Wijnaldum here instead, considering he scored an all-important goal. However, he faded as the match progressed - something Milner, at 32, never seems to do. Five completed tackles, two clearances and three key passes, a solid afternoon's work from the experienced head among Liverpool's high-flying squad.