1. Liverpool’s impressive pressing ability
Liverpool showed impressive pressing ability against Lyon. Despite the friendly match, coach Jurgen Klopp still launched a strong squad with some key faces such as Roberto Firmino, Mohamed Salah, Thiago Alcantara, Andrew Robertson….
Fabio Carvalho’s opening goal was the result of a high pressing situation involving the duo Mohamed Salah – Roberto Firmino. The ability to switch states quickly, sharp and effective is the signature ‘weapon’ of the Anfield team.
Fans expect The Kop to be able to maintain an effective attacking style when returning to play after the 2022 World Cup. Jurgen Klopp’s army will face Man City in the Carabao Cup on December 22.
2. Salah missed the penalty
Salah missed 11m.
Liverpool faced a great opportunity to make it 2-0 in the 14th minute. The referee pointed to the penalty spot after Firmino was fouled by Malo Gusto in the 16m50 Lyon area. Unfortunately, Salah was unable to beat goalkeeper Anthony Lopes.
The broken penalty kick is an alarming signal for Salah. After 14 appearances in the Premier League this season, the Egyptian striker scored only 6 goals. The ability to take advantage of poor opportunities where Salah is invisible, weakens the power of Liverpool’s attack.
Coach Jurgen Klopp needs his student to quickly regain his scoring instinct. In the context of The Kop facing the upcoming dense schedule, Salah is expected to maintain the feeling of tearing the opponent’s net.
3. Sub-duals speak up
Stefan Bajcetic was named in the starting lineup by coach Jurgen Klopp from the beginning. The 18-year-old midfielder did not disappoint the German strategist. Bajcetic plays aggressively, bringing an impressive pressing and tackle ability.
Bajcetic played impressively.
Bajcetic can play well in the role of central defender or central midfielder. Excellent reading of the game, excellent aerial combat, good ball handling are Bajcetic’s strong points. Experts say that the young Spaniard will inherit Fabinho’s position in the future.
Besides Bajcetic, another sub-double is equally impressive: Calvin Ramsay. The 19-year-old defender played convincingly when he often attacked in the last third of the opponent’s field. Ramsay proves he can play a backup role for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
4. Harvey Elliott has bad luck
The sad face when Elliott left the field brought many worries to the fans. Liverpool faced a series of injuries this season, especially in the midfield. Last season, Elliott took a long-term break when he suffered an ankle problem.
At the moment, we don’t know the extent of Elliott’s injury. Liverpool certainly do not want to lose another player when entering the second phase of the season.
5. Test in goalkeeper position
Friendly matches are a great opportunity for the substitutes to shine and score. Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher was named in the starting XI by Klopp. Unfortunately, the 24-year-old keeper did not deliver a good enough performance.
In the 41st minute, Kelleher had a situation of poor coordination with defender Robertson, creating conditions for Alexandre Lacazette to score Liverpool’s net. At the beginning of the second half, Kelleher left the field to make way for Adrian.
Mr. Nguyen – according to xevathethao.vn | 10:35 12/12/2022
