The Reds, already 2-0 down from the first leg in Russia last week, were given a mountain to climb after conceding an early away goal, but battled back and were just one goal sgort of the required 4-1 win that would have seen them progress in the Europa League.
"I'm very proud of the club and the players tonight," said the Liverpool manager.
"I think, even though we lost the tie, the football club and players showed they are part of probably the world's greatest football family, here at Liverpool, with atmosphere and what the players put into the game."
"To have to come back from a three-goal deficit and put that effort and quality into the game, it was an absolutely phenomenal show.
"I don't think the players could have done any more, the crowd certainly couldn't have done any more. It was one of those nights.
"It was a fantastic night but unfortunately we probably lost the tie over there.
"At this level, to have to score that many goals and nearly do it gave me great pride."
