Caoimhin Kelleher knows Liverpool’s Carabao Cup progression helps his game time

Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher was their Carabao Cup hero again (Nigel French/PA)

Liverpool’s Carabao Cup hero Caoimhin Kelleher admits the chances the competition offers him provides motivation.

The Republic of Ireland goalkeeper, in his first appearance since scoring the winning goal to clinch the cup at Wembley in February, was the key figure again as he saved three spot-kicks in a 3-2 shoot-out win after 90 goalless minutes against League One Derby.