Liverpool centre-back Martin Skrtel believes Anfield is slowly returning to the formidable, hostile venue it became at the end of last season.
The stadium was rocking on Sunday after Philippe Coutinho stepped inside and whipped a sensational strike beyond Joe Hart to clinch a hugely important 2-1 triumph over Manchester City, whilst the Reds managed another win to make it four consecutive league victories on home turf after the Reds downed Burnley 2-0.
Skrtel insists the Brazilian's stunning finish prompted decibel levels from the stands which made it difficult for the players to hear each other out on the field, as Kopites urged the team towards a precious three points in the Barclays Premier League.
He believes the Reds are close to restoring a certain fear factor around Anfield.
"It's always an advantage to play at home because of the fans and the atmosphere," Skrtel told Liverpoolfc.com. "The atmosphere against City was unbelievable.
"For the last 10 minutes, you couldn't hear a single word on the pitch. We couldn't talk between each other because the crowd was so loud. That's what we like and we enjoy that.
"I think we got to that point [turning Anfield into a fortress] last season. When teams came to Anfield, they were, I guess, a little bit scared.
"We had great results there against Everton, Arsenal and Spurs. I think we're getting to that point [this season] as well and we just want to keep that."
For more than an hour they kept Brendan Rodgers' side locked to a stalemate until a moment of sheer ingenuity from Coutinho released Raheem Sterling, who slotted the only goal of the game.
"I have to say that in the Premier League, every single game is a difficult one," insisted Skrtel. "I remember the game we played away from home against Burnley and it wasn't easy.
"They got a draw against Chelsea recently and they will try to do something similar at Anfield. But we are confident and we want to keep the momentum going and get the three points. We will do everything we possibly can to get the three points."