Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Liverpool - The Post-Mortem
Yesterday I ordered a new thermos to take with me when I am out and about, to add to the three or four vessels of insulated coffee that accompany me on my varying journeys. At some point during the second half, I started checking the different foods and soups I could place within my 750ml companion, with Amazon primed to deliver my order on Sunday. That was the highlight of this particular game for me, in a re-run of the …
Lessons Learned versus Crystal Palace
A hangover, Real Madrid still playing on their minds etc etc. Whichever way you dress it up or whatever excuses could be made, this was a terrible game of football. Crystal Palace’s own struggles aside, it’s hard to believe this was a team who are supposed to be chasing champions league football and as per Klopp’s presser would do everything they could to get it. Another one in that technicolour kit to quickly forget for the reds and move on …
Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Liverpool - PL Player Ratings
Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Liverpool - PL Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 6.0
The chance to redeem himself, after a tough Champions League week. He was solid enough, especially as his side seemed poised to gift the home side a big chance through the first half. Was largely a second half spectator, in a very uneventful game of football.
Trent Alexander Arnold - 5.0
Given licence to create from the outset, but some horrible indecision nearly gifted Palace an …
Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Liverpool - PL Player of the Match
Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Liverpool - PL Player of the Match
Virgil van Dijk
A very unspectacular game from the giant Dutchman, yet his role was more about offering coverage and control, as the surrounding cast struggled to carry out their duties.
Was vocal and largely untroubled, as Palace looked to target Matip & Trent. He was assured on the ball throughout, as the defensive leader that allowed the reds to try and condense the pitch.
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Crystal Palace v Liverpool - The PL Preview
After a rather enjoyable league renaissance, Liverpool’s brief resurrection reverted to form in midweek, with an astonishing 2-5 loss unfolding at home to Real Madrid. The result and manner in which the reds capitulated was a horrible watch, leaving them (realistically) only one path into Europe next season. This Saturday evening sees Jürgen Klopp take his disenchanted men to Selhurst Park, in a mid-table battle with Crystal Palace.
In terms of availability, Patrick Vieira comes into this game with Sam …
Liverpool 1 - 1 Crystal Palace - Man Of The Match
Harvey Elliott
The teenager started, and was the bright spark of very few positives for the Reds. His youthful enthusiasm means he is currently a must in the first eleven, and hopefully with some Naby shaped control in the middle (and 11 men on the pitch), he can continue his good form against Man United in a weeks time.
His willingness to bring Mo & Trent into play was evident, and his decision making on point when possession was needed. …
Liverpool 1 - 1 Crystal Palace - The Player Ratings
Liverpool 1 - 1 Crystal Palace - The Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 6.5
Came in for some flak last week. He could do nothing for the opening goal, and was superb in denying Zaha shortly thereafter in a one on one. Had little to do, in another frustration filled game.
Trent Alexander-Arnold - 6.5
A rare poor outing versus Fulham, he looked to redeem himself immediately. He was eager in trying to unleash those ahead, and probably should have …
Liverpool v Crystal Palace - Time For Darwin To Explode
No Liverpool fan is happy with how the Reds' opening game against Fulham went, and it really is a question as to who starts this game. Injuries are an issue, but there is still more than enough to collect all three points. The balance of the team needs to be addressed and certain games simply require certain players to be starting.
We know Thiago Alcantara is out, joining both Curtis Jones and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain on the midfield injured list. With …
Analysis: Liverpool Have Restored Hope, But Questions Remain
The Premier League title race has been widely declared 'over' on two occasions already this season.
First, there was City's comeback win against Arsenal, the epitome of 'mark of champions', and then there was their victory at home to reigning kings of Europe Chelsea a fortnight later.
'If they don't drop points here,' we thought, 'when will they?'
Indeed, Pep Guardiola's side had already gotten the toughest away trips out of the way, and they were enjoying one of those …
Crystal Palace 1 - 3 Liverpool - The Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 8.5
Outstanding reactions and moments of class. The tough stuff is done brilliantly, and the routine bits see complete assurance, and this sets him apart.
Trent Alexander Arnold - 7.0
Tough to replicate Thursday's performance, against one of London’s stronger teams. His control of tempo and creation in the first half was still very good, his need for defensive cover in the second was required. Subbed.
Andy Robertson - 7.5
Back in the form we love, and …