Trent Alexander-Arnold magic as Liverpool ease past Rangers

Liverpool put their recent troubles behind them to comfortably beat Rangers 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday and move into second spot in Group A.

The win, thanks to a sumptuous first-half free kick from Trent Alexander-Arnold and a second-half penalty by Mohamed Salah, put the six-times European champions on six points after three games - three points behind leaders Napoli.

The Scots, who barely threatened Liverpool to the disappointment of their passionate fans complete with a bagpipe-player, remain bottom of the group on zero points.

In need of a morale booster after their poor start to the Premier League, Liverpool's four-man attack of Salah, Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez swarmed over Rangers from the off.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was delighted by his team's tidy and confident performance, especially the first goal from Alexander-Arnold, who has come in for recent criticism.

Alexander-Arnold, whose chances of making England's World Cup squad are in the balance after recent below-par displays, struck a superb free kick over the wall and past Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor in the seventh minute to raise the roof off Anfield.

"The performance was great from the lads," said Alexander-Arnold. "No matter what, I always try to think positively. People say things but for me it's all about performing for the team. That's all that matters, getting wins and helping the team. It's been a slow start to the season for me but I'm looking forward to the rest of the season.

Your Player of the Match for #LIVRAN…Brilliant tonight, @TrentAA