Jurgen Klopp ‘Very Happy’ With LFC’s Win Vs. Bordeaux, Europa League Progress

Manager Jurgen Klopp declared himself delighted at Liverpool’s progression into the UEFA Europa League knockout stages with a game to spare after Thursday’s 2-1 win over Bordeaux at Anfield.

“I am very happy to have qualified, the team are very happy to have qualified, the club are very happy to be qualified, so you (the press) can be very happy to have qualified!” Klopp said at his postgame press conference, according to LiverpoolFC.com. “… We have to think about Swansea from tomorrow onwards, and that’s what we will do.”

Klopp acknowledged the French side posed a real threat, particularly in the final stages of the contest, but he was pleased to see the Reds safely navigate their way into the next phase.

“There were many good things in this game tonight, but some things were difficult,” Klopp said. “… It was a big fight, so we’re very satisfied because the easy games, everybody can win. You have to win the tough games — and it was a tough game. It was a cool night!”