Liverpool extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to six games with a thrilling 2-1 Premier League victory over nine-a-side Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Liverpool maintained their resurgence with an exhilarating 2-1 win over nine-a-side Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday night. Xavi Simons was shown a red card in the first half for a foul on Virgil van Dijk, but substitutes Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike scored and Richarlison equalized.
Cristian Romero was then sent off for a second yellow card violation.
The victory means Arne Slott’s side are now unbeaten in their last six games in all competitions and are now level on points with Chelsea, who currently sit fourth in the league table.
Our sister title, the Liverpool Echo, reviewed and rated Liverpool players at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Liverpool vs Spurs player ratings
Alisson Becker 7 – Made some important saves, including a header from Kolo Muani and a shot from him and Kudus before the interval.
Connor Bradley 6 – The defense was a little slow in the first quarter, but improved as the game progressed. He was injured in a collision with Spence and was substituted at half-time.
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Ibrahima Konate 7 – Showed good judgment by handling the ball with his front foot against Kolo Muani. He also received a yellow card.
Virgil van Dijk 8 – Scored some important headers as Tottenham pressed in stoppage time following a red card challenge from Simmons.
Milos Kerkes 7 – Provided frequent support on the left flank, but had mixed performances until the second half. He also had some notable moments defensively.
Ryan Gravenbirch 7 – Played a little too cautiously when in possession before the break, but created a chance for Wirtz and it was clear Tottenham enjoyed the extra space as they watched their players leave.
Curtis Jones 7 – He had plenty of ball time in the first half and played in the extra space Tottenham had with 10 men, but almost provided the assist for Tottenham’s equalizer.
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Dominik Szoboszlai 7 – Played on the right flank and worked hard to close the gap, but without any noticeable results before the interval. After that, he was converted to right-back with his usual efforts.
Alexis Mac Allister 7 – Tottenham played in the number 10 role in the first half and struggled to make much of an impact on the game, but then inadvertently sparked a move for the opener.
Florian Wirtz 8 – Quick passes and shots from Vicario kept Liverpool moving, and an assist from Isak aimed to break through Tottenham’s defence. solid performance.
Hugo Ekitike 7 – He almost broke through a few times, but lacked support and service until the second half, and his brilliant header went over Romero for his second goal.
substitute
Alexander Isaac (Bradley 46) 7 – Joined Ekitike up front and had a great start in the opening game before being forced off with an injury while scoring.
Jeremy Frimpong (Isak 60) 7 – Made a good impact with his pace down the right and deflected a cross to score the second goal. Substituted after being hit in the face by Richarlison.
Federico Chiesa (for Frimpong 90) N/A – Replaced by substitute. There are quizzes here and there.
Andy Robertson (replaced by Ekitike at 90+9) N/A – Earns win bonus.
Trey Nyoni (replaced Wirtz at 90+9) N/A – Made his Premier League debut.
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