N'Gog praised

Last updated : 04 March 2009 By Al Campbell
The 19 year old striker scored his first Premiership goal last night and played a part in setting up the second as Liverpool beat Sunderland 2-0. After the game Mascherano hailed N'Gog.

"It was very important for David to score because he is a young player and this goal will give him more confidence," said the midfielder.

"You can see in every training session that he is working very hard and when he is given his chance in the team he has to try and take it and by scoring a goal and doing a good job for the team. He can be happy with his performance.

"It is really good for him and I am very happy for him because he deserved his goal."