Virgil van Dijk
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In Photos: Liverpool return to winning ways with 1-0 win in Amsterdam
All the best photos from Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Ajax in their first Champions League fixture of the campaign. The Reds needed to get back on track after two defeats and a draw in their last three games, with news of Virgil van Dijk’s injury further dampening spirits at Anfield. Despite a cagey opening to…
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“I’m not Virgil but I’ll do my best!” – Fabinho on his new-found centre-back role
Fabinho admitted Virgil van Dijk is a big miss for Liverpool but insisted he will “do his best” to replace the Reds’ talisman. With the Dutchman set to miss the season due to injury and fellow centre-back Joel Matip another injury concern, the Brazilian filled in at centre-back again during Liverpool’s opening Champions League victory…
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Klopp allays Liverpool fans’ fears over potential Sadio Mane injury vs Ajax
Jurgen Klopp confirmed Sadio Mane did not sustain an injury against Ajax during their 1-0 win on Wednesday night. Liverpool supporters on social media reacted to Mane receiving treatment on his right knee after being substituted against the Dutch giants. The Reds winger came off alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino as the Reds led…
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Ajax 0-1 Liverpool – Reds back on track with opening Champions League victory
Liverpool kicked off their Champions League campaign with a 1-0 win over Ajax – their first win in four games. Ajax 0-1 Liverpool ‣ 0-1: Nicolas Tagliafico OG (35′) As it happened → Highlights → The Reds earned their first win in four as they started their European campaign with a solid display away from…
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Ajax vs Liverpool – Preview and Worldwide TV Info
Ajax vs Liverpool live streams available – Watch live online as Liverpool face Ajax in the Champions League group stages. Ajax vs Liverpool ‣ Champions League (Group D) ‣ Johan Cruyff Arena ‣ 21 October 2020 ‣ KO: 8pm (BST) Liverpool kick-start their 2020/21 Champions League campaign on Wednesday night as they travel to Amsterdam…
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Watch: Jurgen Klopp previews Liverpool’s Champions League opener vs Ajax
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, joined by Gini Wijnaldum, spoke to reporters ahead of the Reds’ opening Champions League clash against Ajax. The Reds begin their 2020-21 European campaign against the Dutch giants as they look to return to winning ways after two defeats and a draw in their last three fixtures in all competitions. The…
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Liverpool confirm Virgil van Dijk will undergo surgery after suffering ACL damage
Liverpool have confirmed the extent of the injury suffered by Virgil van Dijk against Everton, with the Dutchman likely to miss much of the remainder of the season. Van Dijk underwent scans following a rash challenge from Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford during Saturday’s 2-2 draw against the Toffees at Goodison Park. beIN Sports had claimed…
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Worst-case scenario for Liverpool as Virgil van Dijk reportedly suffers ACL injury
Liverpool are sweating over the fitness of Virgil van Dijk, who is reported to have suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. The Dutchman was withdrawn just ten minutes into Saturday’s Merseyside derby draw as Jordan Pickford took him out with what has been described as a potential ‘career-ending tackle.’ Van Dijk was in visible discomfort…
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Liverpool ask Premier League for full review of VAR use in Merseyside derby
Liverpool remain furious about VAR’s involvement in their 2-2 draw against Everton, with the club making contact with the Premier League. The Reds were forced to settle for a point against Carlo Ancelotti’s side on Saturday, with major incidents at both ends of the pitch going against them. Virgil van Dijk sustained an injury inside…
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Virgil van Dijk’s injury “not good” as Jurgen Klopp fumes at Jordan Pickford challenge
Jurgen Klopp insisted the injury sustained by Virgil van Dijk during Saturday’s Merseyside derby win against Everton is “not good”. The Dutchman was forced off the pitch inside the opening ten minutes after a wild tackle from Jordan Pickford inside the box. The 29-year-old is rarely injured and the sight of him gingerly walking off…
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