Saturday 22 October 2016 23:47, UK
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis has tipped Liverpool as possible Premier League champions after they beat the Baggies 2-1 at Anfield on Saturday night.
Pulis gave ample credit to the Reds, who at times played scintillating attacking football with a fluid forward line led by the imperious Philippe Coutinho, who scored the home side's decisive second goal.
"Their front five are as good as anything in the league," he said after the game. "They have got a free run at it this year. They are not in Europe, which is draining.
"Last time [that was the case] they came close with Brendan [Rodgers], he had a free run. This team has a chance."
As for his own side's efforts, Pulis believes there is still room for improvement - though not in terms of effort.
"We are disappointed first half. At 2-0 down you are staring down a barrel," he said.
"We lack certain qualities in certain areas which we will try and address, but you can never fault the players' attitude and their willingness to have a go and never give up."
