Jordan Henderson continued his good form as Liverpool captain as he scored and set up another in a comfortable win over strugglers Burnley at Anfield
Standing in for injured skipper Steven Gerrard, Henderson smashed in a 20-yard shot to give Liverpool the lead.
The 24-year-old then crossed for Daniel Sturridge to head in on his return to the starting line-up.
Liverpool move back above Southampton into fifth, two points behind fourth-placed Manchester United.
The win was further evidence that Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has restored an attacking verve to his team as they pursue a place in next season's Champions League.
And they extended their unbeaten run to 12 games, winning seven out of their last eight in the league.
Burnley struggled to cope with Liverpool's movement throughout the game, with Sturridge making an impression from the start. Only several fine saves from goalkeeper Tom Heaton limited the score to 1-0 at the break.
The defeat means Sean Dyche's side have only won one of their last 12 league games, and although they have earned points at Chelsea and Manchester City this season, they did not come close to upsetting Liverpool's flow.
The Clarets remain three points from safety but can take small consolation from the fact the other sides in the relegation zone also both lost.
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