Darwin Nunez doubled Liverpool's lead eight minutes after the break, before paying tribute to Jota by performing two of his team-mate's iconic celebrations

Liverpool boss Arne Slot said it had been difficult for the team to get back to work after the death of Diogo Jota and so he had suggested to his players that perhaps the best way forward was to follow their late teammate's shining example.

Liverpool returned to the field for the first time since the tragic demise of their star player Diogo Jota on Sunday and players and fans alike paid a tribute to the deceased footballer during the pre-season clash against Preston North End,