Gordon had two early attempts in the latter part of the second half as the home team commenced that mission – and by the 60-minute mark, the forward had drawn them level.
Initially, he was well-placed to slot home from close range after a smooth Reds maneuver down the right side had caused some confusion.
His second was magnificent. Receiving a pass from Lewis Koumas just outside the ‘D’, Gordon curved a splendid shot from his left foot into the top right corner.
And an extraordinary burst of three Liverpool goals within a span of four minutes was finalized when, with assistance from Gordon, Nyoni once again located the top corner.
Palace reacted vigorously and had chances as time passed, with Mrozek denying Justin Devenny, Mathurin, and Dan Imray along the way.
Nevertheless, Lewtas’ team stood strong to protect their 3-2 advantage and secure the place in the last eight when the play-offs proceed next weekend.
SQUAD
Liverpool U21s: Mrozek, Frauendorf (Spearing, 79), Davidson, Nallo, Pinnington, McConnell (Blair, 85), Gordon, Pilling, Koumas, Nyoni, Morrison.
Substitutes not used: O. Kelly, K. Kelly, Laffey.
COMING UP NEXT
Liverpool will battle either Tottenham or Aston Villa – who will clash on Monday afternoon – in the quarter-finals.
The Reds will play away for that match, which is scheduled to occur between May 10 and 13.
Source : www.liverpoolfc.com