Liverpool player ratings as Curtis Jones and one other outstanding in West Ham romp

Liverpool booked their place into the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup with a superb 5-1 victory over Premier League rivals West Ham United at Anfield.

In a one-sided encounter, the Reds broke the deadlock thanks to a thunderous finish from Dominik Szoboszlai. But it wasn't until the second half that they truly made their dominance count.

Curtis Jonesdoubled the advantage with the first of his two goals while Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah, after stepping off the bench, also got in on the act.

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Caoimhin Kelleher 7

One wayward pass aside, a quiet first half. Dealt with one West Ham high ball into the box after break and no chance with Bowen strike.

Joe Gomez 7

While attacking not his strong suit, provided width on the right flank and a very willing forward runner. Almost scored second half having switched to left-back.

Jarell Quansah 7

Passed confidently between the lines and front-footed defending encapsulated by challenge to spark opening goal. Another encouraging showing, although was outfoxed by Bowen for West Ham goal.

Virgil van Dijk 8

Dominated the aerial battle and confidently pinged the ball around. All very straightforward for the skipper. Subbed.

Kostas Tsimikas 7

Atoned immediately for a potentially costly defensive error first half and regular raider down left. Made necessary far-post interception after break. Subbed.

Wataru Endo 8

Helped ensure Liverpool started at high tempo and busied himself into challenges and always looked to move ball forward. Good performance. Subbed.

Dominik Szoboszlai 8

Much better than