Liverpool made 2nd spot theres with a convincing 5-0 win over Ipswich Town at Anfield today.

Goals from John Arne Riise (2), Michael Owen (1), Vladimir Smicer (1) and Nicolas Anelka.

Any other result never looked in danger once Houllier's men took the lead in the 13th minute through the outstanding Riise and Liverpool never looked back.

Ipswich should have levelled after Riise's effort after an excellent cross from Jamie Clapham found Darren Bent free in the Box but the Youngster had his header brilliantly saved by Dudek. Ipswich had a strong penalty appeal when Martin Reuser's cross came of the hand of Swiss International Henchoz.

There was Concern around Anfield when England International Steven Gerrard went off after 32 mins of the game and Vladimir Smicer came on.

Riise then added another followed by a Strike from England star Owen then a classical 5th goal from Nicolas Anelka cooly lifting his shot past the depairing Ipswich Keeper.

Gary McAllister came on after 80 mins for England hopeful Murphy to say his farewells to the Anfield crowd. Macca recieved a Standing ovation for his Outstanding performances in the red shirt.