A “persistent” Luis Diaz earned his place on the prime of the rankings as Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 at Anfield, with match-winner Diogo Jota additionally impressing.
The Reds edged out their Merseyside rivals on Wednesday night, going 12 factors clear on the prime of the Premier League.
It means Arne Slot‘s aspect want simply 13 extra factors to clinch title glory this season, following Jota’s second-half strike.
Right here we evaluate our participant rankings with these of the Liverpool Echo, GOAL, FotMob and This Is Anfield’s readers.
Diaz (7.5) was Liverpool’s finest participant on a nervy evening, working tirelessly and offering the all-important help for Jota.
The Colombian has acquired some criticism of late however few may complain about him profitable the Man of the Match award.
The Echo‘s Ian Doyle described Diaz as a “persistent” presence all night, regardless that he “minimize inside into hassle” too usually.
GOAL’s Peter McVitie identified that the winger “chased lots down,” too, highlighting his work ethic.
Jota (7.3) was Liverpool’s second-best participant, as he scored his first objective since January, selecting an ideal time to finish his drought.
TIA’s Danny Gallagher stated the Portuguese “got here alive” when the Reds most wanted him, showcasing his big-game pedigree.
It was additionally a very good evening for Andy Robertson (7.0), who confirmed the doubters why he stays a powerful choice for Liverpool.
The 31-year-old had a “good engine to make an affect at each ends deep into the sport,” in response to Doyle, whereas Gallagher known as it a “battle-of-attrition efficiency.”
Curtis Jones (7.0) matched Robertson’s rating, as he impressed in a uncommon right-back position.
Liverpool’s subsequent recreation is a visit to Fulham within the league on Sunday afternoon, by then the Reds will understand how Arsenal acquired on at Everton of their early Saturday kickoff.
