Diouf ends drought in reserves rout

The 22-year-old Senegal star, who has struggled to find his best form for the Reds in recent weeks, showed encouraging signs of his dazzling talents by netting with a second half header to register his first goal for Liverpool since he scored against Bolton's senior side last season.

Young striker Mark Smyth hit a brace to secure the impressive win at the Deva stadium, while injury-prone defender Stephane Henchoz gave an assured performance alongside reserve team captain Djimi Traore in the heart of the Reds' defence.