Premier League: Southampton 1-0 Liverpool - Danny Ings' early goal earn Saints all three points against Champions

Video ⬇ Liverpool's fight to defend title suffered a setback at the St. Mary's Stadium after a lone goal defeat to Southampton on Monday night

Danny Ings celebrate goal for Southampton with teammates. Photo: @SouthamptonFC

Danny Ings' stunning goal in the second minute of play, from a free-kick by James Ward-Prowse, settled the contest against the reigning English Kings.

Despite the loss, Jurgen Klopp's side remain League toppers on goal difference.

Watch: Liverpool Manager Jurgen Klopp's post-match comments ⬇

"We have to fight through this."

The boss responds to last night's defeat at St Mary's. pic.twitter.com/1I2Iordc3T

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 5, 2021

Southampton are sixth with 29 points while Liverpool top the table with 33 points.

Watch: Danny Ings' early goal ⬇

Pure artistry 💫

Another look at @IngsDanny's sublime finish against #LFC: pic.twitter.com/yXZ6N91Eds

— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) January 5, 2021