If Diogo Jota’s intervention was so typical of Liverpool’s No. 20 in this 2-0 win over Watford, the contribution of the man who gave the assist, Joe Gomez, was not much. Adequate completion of Trent Alexander-Arnold must be the most difficult task in European football. After all, the Reds right-back not only plays an integral part of a defense that has conceded just two goals in their last nine games before the start, but is also the creative lever of a Liverpool team that is determined to win. the world this season. So there would be plenty of eyes rubbing around Anfield to verify the identity of the cross for Jota’s head, as center-back Gomez had thrown in a tradition that Alexander-Arnold himself would be proud to count on his countless assists. SEASON: What Liverpool must do next in the battle of Manchester City is clear as Jürgen Klopp proved right REACTION: Jürgen Klopp admits “surprise” after Liverpool’s victory over Watford It was Gomez’s first since signing Mohamed Salah in a Merseyside derby in December 2017 and in a season without “rhythm”, as Jürgen Klopp says of his defender, it was an important moment for a player who is still, impressively, just 24 years old. . There has been a lot of talk about Gomez’s mental state this season, as he was relegated to the center-back fourth and started just two Premier League games – both at full-back – but given his age, quality and mental strength, As evidenced by repeated returns from long-term injuries, the London-born defender has proven he has a stomach for personal struggle. “This is the nature of playing for this club that fights for all competitions,” he said after the game. “It’s a difficult environment to be in and we have to push each other every week. This is our job, to stay ready.” For the rest of the campaign, he will have to come to terms with party roles as the battle for the quadruple continues, but the summer months will be the key to forcing Klopp to reconsider central defense. For now, giving a passable impression Alexander-Arnold will do. A case for defense An April that was characterized as decisive for the season and potentially shaping the season started without too many conclusions that can be drawn. But one thing that can reasonably be outlined now is the muscular memory of Liverpool’s defense that will keep it steady on the difficult path it will follow. Now there are only two goals conceded in a winning streak of 10 games spanning until January and only four have been sent throughout 2022 as we move into the penultimate month of the season. Read more related articles Read more related articles Liverpool were well below their absolute best against a relegated Watford here, but while the attackers largely failed to shine, the defenders remained steady, limiting visitors to just a little more than a good chance for Joao Pedro who could raise his cold hand. of VAR had entered the second half anyway. With February player Joel Matip firmly entrenched next to a world-class Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool’s inclination to Premier League glory is fueled by the foundation at the back. It’s been 492 minutes since the Reds last played in the Premier League and not a single point has been lost at Anfield since late October, when Brighton drew 2-2. The high defensive line will continue to attract flattering attention as long as the era of deliberately delayed offside flag lasts, but the proof is in the pudding for Klopp. Salah week to forget does not change anything It was a week to forget personally about Mohamed Salah. After the green beams of Senegal’s support unfortunately contributed to a decisive missed penalty in Egypt’s defeat in the playoffs on Tuesday, Salah returned to the Liverpool team in Anfield, where the only laser is focused on his victory. And having scored nine goals away from Watford before Saturday’s game, including a contender for the season’s 5-0 win over Vicarage Road in October, the “King of Egypt” was a remarkable man. Again and again he was flooded with yellow jerseys when he was in possession and with Gomez not offering the same relief from the marking that Alexander-Arnold naturally gives him on the right, Salah’s 69 minutes were restrained. YOUR RESERVATION: Rate the Liverpool players after the 2-0 home victory over Watford Finally, Santo Mane was the seventh goalless for Salah since the open game dating back to the 3-1 win at Norwich City in mid-February. If this represents something of a mini-crisis, then it is only because of the bizarre standards she has set for herself and every other season she has been a Liverpool player. But if your glass is half full, then it is encouraging to see the Reds maintain their momentum for any collectible distinction as Salah endures some drought in front of goal, except for penalties. Of course, the contract situation continues in the background, and while there is obviously an advantage to the clearly defined and responsibly managed salary structure implemented in the club, these amounts maintain only the economic model that protects the last line of Fenway Sports Group owners , after all. How much of a delay these negotiations play in a slight calm for Salah at this time only he will know, but it could serve as the greatest filling of the modern age if it were to be resolved immediately. Read more related articles Read more related articles
