Alonso happy to be off the mark

Last updated : 02 September 2007 By Al Campbell
Alonso scored twice in yesterday's 6-0 mauling of Derby County to send the Reds to the top of the league.

"I thought we played very well and it's always nice to score six goals. I was happy to score two goals," said the Liverpool midfielder.

"The first one we have worked on in training so it was nice to see it go in. I wasn't sure who scored it at first but when Dirk Kuyt pointed to me I knew it was my goal.

"We are happy with the start we have made to the season but we know there is a long way to go."