We have seen scintillating Liverpool and careless Liverpool, but it was a belligerent Liverpool ending its mini dip at Huddersfield.

The physicality of the victory stood out as much as their attacking skills, the fury of what Jurgen Klopp called two ‘unnecessary defeats’ visible in every tackle. At times Huddersfield could not escape their half let alone land a meaningful glove on a Liverpool defence without the rested Virgil Van Dijk. How Klopp must have enjoyed seeing a passionate Yorkshire crowd sedated by his side’s aggression.

Not that his delight with the three goals securing victory was evident. Klopp never stopped barking throughout, not even the comfort of the closing stages appeasing him. He may have protected many of his players publicly after two undistinguished losses, but their body language suggested their manager’s voice had given them tinnitus.

Liverpool’s captain Jordan Henderson, back from injury, gave a display worthy of the armband, belying his five-week absence. Each concession of possession or plodding use of it was perceived as a personal affront.

From the first whistle, if a Liverpool player failed to exchange passes at speed they were greeted by a growl from Henderson or berated by Klopp.