The Liverpool is back on the winning path and are sitting at the top of the Premier League because all three attackers have scored. Following their surprise victory over Arsenal the previous week, Liverpool bounced back and won 3-1 over Burnley on Saturday to take back the top spot in the Premier League, regaining a two-point advantage.
In Short
Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz, and Divock Origi were aiming to secure crucial points despite being away from their best performance for the home team.
It was a shaky start for the Liverpool, who enjoyed most of the possession but failed to capitalize on it. In fact, it was Burnley who seemed more eager for the fight and slightly more dangerous compared to the hosts.
Nah man I adore this guy and the passion he has for Liverpool.
— 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒄𝒐🧣 (@WilcoFtbl) February 10, 2024
Don’t get how people have turned against him in the past.
He’s one of one, nobody can cause the havoc he does.
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Jota’s Early Goal For Liverpool
Just as Burnley seemed to be gaining confidence from their promising start, Liverpool scored an early goal when a corner found Jota, who despite complaints from goalkeeper James Tarkowski, pushed his team forward. The goal strengthened Liverpool’s lead, but in the 45th minute, Burnley equalized by a wonderful header from Darrell O’Shea following a corner ball from Josh Brownhill.
At half-time, it was a deserved draw.
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Liverpool, already forced to make five changes to the starting XI from the previous week, suffered another blow when Trent Alexander-Arnold was substituted at half-time, but it didn’t affect them as Harvey Elliott replaced Luis Diaz. However, the goal was controversial as Burnley felt it should have been disallowed due to Alexis Mac Allister’s foul.
Interesting second half
It seemed like the second half would be all Liverpool’s game, but David de Gea’s mistake benefited Jarrad Branthwaite, who quickly attacked, but De Gea created doubt in his previous line. Shortly after, Chelsea’s loanee once again found himself offside and was sent off.
Anfield side was able to gain control and end the game when Elliott sent a well-invited ball into the box for Diaz to stop Traford’s header beyond, which could have made it 4-1, but its end was again dreadful.
Goalkeeper and Defense
Caoimhin Kelleher (6/10): Couldn’t do much about the goal but was otherwise solid.
Trent Alexander-Arnold (7/10): Provided assists from corners and dealt with many dangerous balls as one of the main sources of threat until he was substituted at half-time.
Joel Matip (7/10): Looked strong and composed in the air and was often available to thwart Burnley’s attacks despite receiving a yellow card in less than 20 minutes.
Virgil van Dijk (6/10): Wasn’t his usual commanding self but helped prevent the opposition from finding their way through despite some promising attacks.
Amazing Anfield
Andy Robertson (7/10): Made some good runs forward and created some good chances after a long time in his first start since October. Was shifted to the wing in the second half, replacing Alexander-Arnold as the main threat.
Midfield Alexis Mac Allister (5/10): Was a bit too quiet as it took him a long time to get into the game.
Naby Keita (7/10): Fought hard in midfield and, although he didn’t resist O’Shea’s goal for the equalizer, helped win the ball back to score the second goal.
Curtis Jones (7/10): Got the ball into some good positions and delivered some sharp passes. Did well on the left after Alexander-Arnold’s departure.
Attack
Diogo Jota (7/10): Put in a lively performance throughout the attack and scored a good early goal.
Divock Origi (6/10): Worked hard but had to struggle to get the ball to his teammates in the crowded space. His finishing was again poor, leaving his header.
Luis Diaz (8/10): Made some good runs in the Burnley defense and scored a goal with a worthy finish.
Substitutes and Manager Harvey Elliott (7/10): Did well to score two goals in the second half as he was always available in dangerous situations.
Kostas Tsimikas (N/A): Came on towards the end.
Bobby Clark (N/A): Didn’t have time to make an impact.
James McClean (N/A): Another last-minute introduction.
Jurgen Klopp (8/10): His team started poorly, and he gave some dangerous opportunities, but as the game progressed, he made good progress and gained control. Elliot proved to be the right option to ensure victory after losing Alexander-Arnold.
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