Liverpool put forth a strong showing in the final pre-season warmup of the campaign vs. a talented Como 1907 side, winning 2-0. Jeremy Jacquet was impressive in his Liverpool debut, while Cody Gakpo and Jeremie Frimpong also put in a good day’s work.
- Alisson (7/10): A few really good saves against a talented side
- Van Dijk (6/10): Solid in the back, but performance did match that of some others
- Jacquet (8/10): Great debut, did a little bit of everything in the first half
- Kerkez (6/10): Some nice play going forward, but could not find the finishing touches
- Wirtz (6/10): Another player with good moments, but outshone by others
- Szoboszlai (7/10): His usual strong outing. Picked up a knock in the second half.
- Isak (6/10): Unlucky to hit the post early in the first half, but looked in good form and ready for the season.
- Gakpo (8/10): A calm finish on his strike. Also picked up an assist
- Frimpong (8/10): All over the pitch today. He seems to fit well within Iraola’s system
- Gravenberch (6/10): Not bad at all. Just not as strong as others.
- Ngumoha (7/10): Made a strong case to be a regular starter come the EPL season
Substitutes
- Araújo (4/10): Invisible man after coming on the pitch
- Koumas (6/10): Active on both ends of the pitch after coming on. Would have had a better rating if not for the yellow card.
- Muñoz (5/10): Although quiet today, he showed flashes that he can help the squad either as a starter or coming off the bench
- Nyoni (6/10): Won the ball high up the pitch and delivered a good pass that nearly led to a third goal
- Wright (5/10): Late sub with little impact
Man of the Match
Jacquet
The Manager
- Andoni Iraola (9/10): If this is the lineup the boss trots out regularly, Liverpool will challenge for a top spot in the EPL
LFC Globe Verdict
This was probably the Reds' best match of the pre-season, which is good to see since the EPL campaign is up next. I was really impressed with Jacquet, Frimpong, and Gakpo. They look ready to go. The defense also looked more solid in the second half.
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