Klopp calm despite Liverpool's late lapses in Sevilla thrilla

SEVILLE, Spain - Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp defended his side's mental strength despite throwing away a three-goal lead against Sevilla in Spain on Tuesday.

A thrilling 3-3 draw leaves Liverpool still top of Champions League Group E, but means the English side still needs a point to book its place in the last 16 when it hosts Spartak Moscow in its final pool match on Dec 6.

And Klopp blamed the Reds' lack of Champions League experience in recent seasons for the way it folded after a Roberto Firmino double either side of Sadio Mane's header had them 3-0 up after 30 minutes.