Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker made 10 saves during the Reds’ 1-0 win on Sunday, conceding just one goal and earning a top performance from BBC Sport.
The “liverpool goalkeepers” is a soccer player who plays for Liverpool, and has had an outstanding performance of 10/10. This win secured the first place in the league.
Liverpool scored three goals against Crystal Palace, but the outcome might have been quite different if Alisson had not come to the rescue. Getty Images/DANIEL LEAL/AFP
Liverpool won 3-1 over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Sunday, capitalizing on Manchester City’s draw against Southampton in the Premier League championship battle.
Virgil van Dijk’s bullet header from Andy Robertson’s corner gave Jurgen Klopp’s side the ideal start eight minutes in, leaving goalkeeper Vicente Guaita alone. When Robertson found Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain at the far post, the visitors doubled their advantage.
A clumsy ball from Joel Matip gave the home side their finest opportunity of the game, drawing a superb stop from Alisson, and it seemed to turn the tide back in Palace’s favor, with the goalkeeper called upon again seconds later to make a crucial touch after Jean Philippe-Mateta rounded him.
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The Eagles started the second half the same way they ended the first, carving three excellent opportunities right away. Conor Gallagher headed Michael Olise’s cross wide, Edouard was stopped from close range, but Alisson was ultimately defeated when Mateta provided the opportunity for Edouard to tap into an empty goal and make atonement for his previous attempt.
Olise was a star player on the day and came close to tying the game with a long-range lob, but Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson saved it once again, confirming his man-of-the-match performance between the sticks.
When a VAR judgment determined that Guaita had fouled Diogo Jota inside the area, Fabinho’s penalty put the game out of reach for Jurgen Klopp in the last six minutes.
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Positives
Liverpool took advantage of their good fortune and scored goals while they were in command. At times, especially in the first 30 minutes, the visitors pushed hard, getting the ball back in dangerous places. That was crucial in securing the three points.
Negatives
On their journey to Selhurst Park, they just gave up too many opportunities. If Klopp’s team is to stay in the championship race, they can’t afford to give opponents so many high-value chances.
Manager evaluations (out of ten)
7 — With three players — Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, and Naby Keita — away at the Africa Cup of Nations, Klopp put together the strongest lineup he could, and they appeared in complete control after going 2-0. After Palace’s score, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp responded effectively, adding Takumi Minamino and modifying the system to prevent opponents from going too far ahead.
Those are rated on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the best and players inserted after 70 minutes receiving no rating.
Alisson, Alisson, Alisson, Alisson, Alisson, Alisson, Al If it hadn’t been for Alisson, who denied Olise from close range before getting a crucial touch when Mateta attempted to take the ball around him, the score at halftime might have been quite different.
DF 9 — Andy Robertson In recent weeks, the left-delivery back’s has reached a new level, and two crosses performed with delicacy earned him two more assists at Selhurst Park.
DF Van Dijk, Virgil 7th — Only the Netherlands international could win the ball from a corner with a soaring header, guiding the ball with strength into the back of the goal. The centre-back, on the other hand, would be frustrated with the goal surrendered after losing sight of his man who snuck in behind the Reds and punished them.
DF Matip, Joel 6th — Crystal Palace had a golden opportunity before the interval thanks to a reckless ball turnover, but Alisson came to the rescue. On the day, Liverpool’s center defenders were hesitant far too frequently, which Patrick Vieira’s side took advantage of.
DF Trent Alexander-Arnold 7 — Alexander-Arnold-Trent Alexander-Arnold-Trent Alexander- Arnold put in a lot of effort to go up and down the line, but he failed to have an effect as a result of Crystal Palace’s performance, which forced Liverpool back into their half.
Virgil van Dijk, a Liverpool defender, scored the game’s first goal with a powerful header. Getty Images/Alex Pantling
MF Fabinho 7 — Scored the game-winning late penalty to put his team up 3-1 and calm Liverpool supporters’ fears.
MF Curtis Jones has a total of six points. Although his impact on the game waned as Palace began to play faster, some nice build-up helped carry the ball forward and fool opponents.
MF Jordan Henderson is a professional football player. 7th — The captain ran relentlessly throughout the game, assisting in regaining control of the midfield, which they had lost for long periods of time.
Diogo Jota, FW 7 — Jota was a slick player on the ball who often found a way into the area to create havoc, and he did it again when he earned a penalty that was finally granted by VAR.
Roberto Firmino (FW) 7 — Firmino tormented opponents throughout the game and benefited from lots of sophisticated link-up play at the top of the field, but he owes a debt of gratitude to his goalkeeper and defense after a sloppy loss of possession almost led to a goal in the first half.
7 — FW Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain As he connected with Robertson’s cross from the left wing, the 28-year-old made no mistake with the finish. Today, Oxlade-Chamberlain looked smart, and he seems to be benefiting from a run of increasing game time with the club.
Substitutes
Takumi Minamino (Oxlade-Chamberlain, 60′) Takumi Minamino (Oxlade-Chamberlain, 60′) Takumi Minamino 6th — As they flew through the channels, came on with key orders that brought Palace to a halt. He put up a lot of effort on defense, but the Reds couldn’t get much going on the right wing.
N/R — James Milner (Firmino, 90′) Klopp’s expertise helped him get through the six minutes of extra time.
Liverpool’s last replacement, Joe Gomez (Alexander-Arnold 90′) N/R, helped them withstand the final Crystal Palace comeback.
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