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Jurgen Klopp: Why I started Liverpool goalscorer Divock Origi over Daniel Sturridge
JURGEN KLOPP says Liverpool goalscorer Divock Origi was made for tonight's 1-1 draw away at Borussia Dortmund.
Divock Origi scored the opener at the Westfalenstadion
The Belgium international ensured Klopp's return to his former club was a happy one in the Europa League quarter-final first leg.
Klopp made a big call in selecting Origi ahead of Daniel Sturridge and the decision paid off as he pounced on a flick-on by James Milner in the 36th minute before firing past Dortmund keeper Roman Weidenfeller.
And the German tactician has suggested there was no hesitation in starting Origi as it was the ideal environment for the 20-year-old forward.
On Origi's performance, Klopp said: "Divock was made for this game with the space he can make and how he can hold the ball."
Jurgen Klopp says Divock Origi was made for Borussia Dortmund clash
While Origi added: "Today was a big game. At a big club you have responsibilities. Everybody tried to help me so I am happy to score.
"It is a huge boost for us to produce a performance like this. It is promising for the next game."