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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says it is 'hard to argue' with Pep Guardiola's claim that 'everyone in this country supports Liverpool' - but he is more than happy to upset the nation to win the FA Cup on Saturday.

Tuchel - who can end Liverpool's quest for the quadruple at Wembley - understands where Guardiola is coming from and feels Jurgen Klopp has an ability to paint his side as the sympathetic underdog even when they're not.



Asked about Guardiola's remark ahead of the FA Cup final, Tuchel replied: 'I can understand why he made it.



More: Chelsea FC Turning to compatriot Klopp's influence, Tuchel continued: 'You know Klopp is the master of being the underdog.



So now he trains Liverpool and you have the feeling the whole country loves Liverpool.

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