Klopp's betrayal of Tsimikas, what he did to stop Haaland

Klopp has always been controversial. And he also has favorite players so it's rare when he makes a lineup change. Such was the case with Andy Robertson and Tsimikas. Players have always been fighting for a place in the starting eleven but Klopp has a favorite, Robertson. But his favoritism is justified, as the Scottish player has been essential for Liverpool.

In the most iconic moments of Klopp's Reds, Robertson has been present. He lost the UEFA Champions League finals against Real Madrid, his only Champions League victory against Tottenham and he was a regular when after almost 25 years Liverpool won the English league again.

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That's why only injuries can stop Robertson. That was precisely what happened. He was out for five weeks with a knee injury. That's when Tsimikas took his place but it wasn't enough time to convince Klopp to drop one of his favorite players.

Robertson returned to the starting lineup

Despite all the surprises, the Scottish player returned to the starting lineup against Manchester City. Quite a controversial decision considering that the starter in the last few games was Tsimikas. But the Greek full-back, in the end, did enter the game but in the 97th minute because Diogo Jota suffered an injury and had to leave the field. In the end, Klopp's decision was correct and they managed to beat Manchester City.