Firmino: 'I was scared of going blind'

The Brazilian was forced off the pitch after Jan Vertonghen stuck his finger in his eye during Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Tottenham at Wembley.

Ahead of his side's game against Manchester City on Sunday, Firmino opened up about his initial reaction to 'Sky Sports'.

"I was scared of going blind in one eye and not being able to see again.

"Thank God nothing like that happened and it gradually improved day after day.

"Of course, I've been taking my medication and looking after it. Your eyes are very important as a professional footballer.

"Thank God everything is OK now.

"I was frightened, but the pain gradually passed after the doctor gave me a painkiller and it got better.

"When the incident happened, everything was blurry and I couldn't see out of my left eye.

"It's much better. The pain has gone and I can't feel anything anymore. It's still a bit red, but I hope that clears up over time."