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Ben Woodburn has described the "dream" moment he became Liverpool's youngest ever goalscorer.

The 17-year-old broke a 19-year Reds record held by Michael Owen when scoring against Leeds in the EFL Cup at Anfield back in November, in what was only his second professional appearance.

Woodburn is one of a number of promising teenagers emerging from Liverpool's Academy, and speaking to the club's official website he spoke for the first time about his history-making moment in front of The Kop

"It was unbelievable when it happened," he told liverpoolfc.com . "I didn't even know how to celebrate – I just went mad!

"When Gini (Wijnaldum) set it up, I just knew I was going to smash it. I just wanted to try and finish it off. I knew as soon as he set it off I was going to score!

"How many times have I watched it back? I wouldn't be able to tell you! A good few times!"

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After that game, Reds boss Jurgen Klopp had challenged the media to allow the Wales U19 international to develop at his own pace, without placing any additional pressure.

Klopp and his staff work closely with Woodburn and co, and their influence is clear to see.

"You see all the stuff on social media, but you know what you're capable of and you know that the manager has got faith in you," Woodburn said.

"He knows best, so you have to trust what he says and what he wants you to do.

“He is demanding, but he’s so good in what he does. He helps you so much, he knows when you need to maybe have a day off, or maybe just stay and train. He knows what to do with you.”

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Woodburn's rise through the ranks at Liverpool has been as rapid as it has been impressive. From promotion to the U18s at the start of last season, he is now a regular in first-team training and one of the stars of the U23s. His quick feet, awareness and eye for goal have caught plenty of eyes.

"A year ago, I'm not too sure!" he said, when asked if he could have imagined such a situation. "But when you keep coming here and training, you start to feel more and more 'at the level'. It kind of felt like it was coming.

“Playing with better players brings out the best in you. When you see what they can do… you’ve just got to try and do what you can do.

“Obviously some of the things they do are unbelievable, and you might not be able to do that, but as long as you can show what you can do, it’ll be fine.

“You’ve got to be so quick on the ball, and try to adapt as quickly as you can, as soon as you get here. Try to be humble and respect everyone, and then go out on the pitch and try your best.”