"I wouldn't be unprofessional enough to say that a shock was on the cards but we created chances and our shape was very strong," he said.
"In the second half Liverpool came out and showed their Premiership quality in not giving the ball away. You can't give Liverpool that amount of ball. They have got clever players who are able to slide others in.
"But I'm very proud that this football club has been able to stage this event and I am proud of the boys. They showed for part of the game that they can compete at this level. We made Liverpool earn their victory.
"I'm also disappointed because every game of football we try to win, but Liverpool have a great attitude."
