Dempsey almost made amends immediately as his defence-splitting pass set up Ruiz, but Vorm reacted superbly to ensure his side remained in front.

BBC: eng-prem

Although, when the Portugal international did drift into the middle, he had a long-range shot comfortably saved before guiding a free header from a Glen Johnson cross straight at keeper Michel Vorm.

BBC: FC Utrecht 0-0 Liverpool

Vorm was then at full stretch to push Kyle Naughton's thunderous effort onto the bar and the Dutchman, who had conceded just seven league goals at home before Norwich's visit, then kept out substitute Wes Hoolahan's effort.

BBC: Swansea 2-3 Norwich

His low drive from the edge of the area looked to be heading wide, but the deflection off Neil Taylor's boot sent the ball in the opposite direction and past the wrong-footed Michel Vorm in the Swansea goal.

BBC: Swansea 2-3 Norwich