1. Message from Curtis Jones
Liverpool will reform and upgrade their midfield this summer. That is a statement that many fans agree with when seeing the decline of Jordan Henderson, Thiago Alcantara, Fabinho. The Kop has to spend a lot to own quality signatures.
Jones has a double.
Even so, Jurgen Klopp could save Liverpool heaps of money as Curtis Jones is on the mend. The brilliant performance against Leicester City was seen as a strong message from the 22-year-old midfielder.
Jones moved wisely, finishing sharp in the opening goal. Just 3 minutes after the goal to break the deadlock, the English player turned around and hit a neat shot to make it 2-0 for Liverpool. Jones has sent a message, he is ready to fight for a starting spot at Anfield.
Statistics after the Leicester match, Jones made a total of 3 shots, brought 2 goals, had 5 touches in the Leicester penalty area, owned 60 successful passes and 79 touches.
2. Red alert for Leicester
The foxes were once a candidate for a place in the European Cup in the Premier League. However, Leicester have fallen without brakes this season. After 36 rounds, Dean Smith’s army ranked 19th on the table, two points away from the safe position.
Red alert for Leicester.
The lack of solid defense contributed to the Foxes conceding two goals in just 3 minutes in the first half. The fighting spirit of the Leicester players was broken. The foxes will have a decisive battle to the death against Newcastle United in the next round.
3. Peak Alisson Becker
The Brazilian goalkeeper has been a bright spot in the Liverpool defense this season. Alisson’s talent was once again demonstrated against Leicester. Alisson made a bold impression in the opening goal.
Starting from the precise long ball of the 30-year-old star, the ball was rotated to Mohamed Salah; The Egyptian striker assisted Jones to tear Leicester’s net.
Besides, Alisson also had a great saver before the foot phase from Harvey Barnes. The former AS Roma star also excelled in a 1 on 1 situation with Jamie Vardy. Klopp can feel secure if every time Alisson starts in the home team’s wooden frame.
4. Masterpiece Trent Alexander-Arnold
The 24-year-old star has a class goal.
After a period of decline, the English defender revived strongly. Against Leicester City, Alexander-Arnold had another impressive performance. The 24-year-old star often plays inside, playing the role of a central midfielder.
A worthy reward came to Alexander-Arnold in the 71st minute. The Three Lions player tore Leicester’s net from a classy free kick. A super product appeared on King Power Stadium.
5. Hattrick assists
Salah shines with a hat-trick of assists.
Salah didn’t score, but he did a great job of leading, dividing fire, and creating assists for his teammates. Liverpool’s three goals against Leicester City all have bold imprints from the Egyptian striker.
Moving situations attract defenders, exploiting the space from Salah to create a favorable space for Jones to score.
Besides, Salah also has a delicious opportunity to face goalkeeper Daniel Iversen. Unfortunately, the 30-year-old striker had a shot out.
Mr. Nguyen | 06:12 May 16, 2023
