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Everton boss Ronald Koeman: This is why we lost to Liverpool
RONALD KOEMAN has admitted defensive errors were key to Everton's 3-1 defeat to Liverpool.
Ronald Koeman reckons poor defending was key to Everton's defeat to Liverpool
Everton now find themselves seven points behind in the race for a top-four finish with goals from Sadio Mane, Philippe Coutinho and Divock Origi sinking the Toffees.
Matthew Pennington scored on his debut but his goal proved to be merely a consolation at Anfield.
And Ronald Koeman reckons poor defending was key to Everton letting Liverpool run away with it despite claiming that he was "proud" of his team's performance.
"I am proud, really proud about the team," Koeman said.
Matthew Pennington celebrates after scoring for Everton on his debut against Liverpool
"Of course we lost but the final result is not reflecting our performance.
"We conceded too easy the second and the third."