Wolves 2 – 1 Liverpool PL Player Ratings
The Premier League’s continuation of fixtures saw the reigning Champions travel to the Midlands for a midweek battle, days before they undertook their FA Cup tie at the same venue.
The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below.
Alisson Becker – 6.0
The giant Brazilian stopper was largely untested as much of his half was about recycling possession.
After the restart, the Reds’ world-class keeper was let down for the goal. The second goal conceded was a cruel deflection.
Jeremie Frimpong – 6.0
The Dutch international was more of a winger than a full-back, as he struggled to impact in the final third.
In the second half the former Bayer Leverkusen man was forced wide and into traffic too often.
Subbed – 65 mins
Milos Kerkez – 6.0
The Hungarian international was unable to link with Gakpo as the left flank offered little attacking invention.
After the break, the explosive full-back was lacking and again failed to make his possession count.
Subbed – 65 mins
Ibrahima Konate – 6.0
The French international was solid and reactive to ensure any counters were dealt with.
In the second half, the former RB Leipzig man was unable to make the grind up to stop the opening goal.
Virgil van Dijk – 6.0
The captain and leader of this team was commanding and alert to ensure the half was one that maintained a clean sheet.
After the intermission, the former Celtic giant was at fault for the goal as he got caught under the ball.
Alexis Mac Allister – 5.0
The Argentine international was unable to take control of the middle ground as the lack of central penetration showed.
After the break, the former Brighton star was unable to impose himself.
Dominik Szoboszlai – 6.0
The Hungarian international was lacking in his delivery from corners but tried to spread the play in the game.
When the match resumed, the former Bundesliga star was busy but couldn’t find a way through.
Ryan Gravenberch – 4.0
The Dutch midfielder was caught out continually and took a booking that had him treading the defensive waters.
Subbed – 45 mins
Hugo Ekitike – 6.0
The French attacker was sharp and always willing to make dangerous moves in a tough half.
In the second half, the elite potential striker was lacking in support.
Mohamed Salah – 6.0
The record-breaking attacker was unable to impact the game as his wide position offered few opportunities.
After the break, the former Chelsea forward was again unable to make a true impression until late when he scored a brilliant solo finish.
Cody Gakpo – 5.0
The Dutch attacker was easy to mark and looked predictable by always trying to cut inside.
After the intermission, the former PSV attacker was ineffective until he departed.
Subbed – 65 mins
Substitutions;
Curtis Jones – 6.0 (on 45)
Came on to add control. Should have scored on the line with a chested effort.
Rio Ngumoha – 6.0 (on 65)
Came on to offer more penetration and nearly scored.
Andy Robertson – 5.0 (on 65)
Came on to bring more drive.
Joe Gomez – 5.0 (on 72)
Came on and failed to stop the winner.
Federico Chiesa – 5.0 (on 79)
Came on.
The Manager;
Arne Slot – 4.0
The starting lineup was as predicted and built to break down the opposition.
The substitutions were reactive to the game state. No invention or impact in game.
Steven Smith’s Pre-match Prediction;
Wolves 1 – 2 Liverpool
