Liverpool misplaced 3-1 to Lyon in a mid-season pleasant as they gear up for the return of the Premier League on Boxing Day.
- Liverpool tackle Lyon
- Took early lead
- Miss penalty and concede three
TELL ME MORE: Liverpool had a close to full-strength XI out within the first half and seemed spectacular, chasing the ball down and creating numerous probabilities. Fabio Carvalho scored within the first minute however that was about pretty much as good because it acquired for the Reds. Mohamed Salah missed the possibility to make it 2-0 from the penalty spot and Harvey Elliott was pressured off by way of damage. Umpteen substitutes later it was an unrecognisable Liverpool crew that did not fairly look as much as scratch and in the end conceded three targets to a great Lyon aspect. The 2 sides then took half in a penalty shootout (do not ask…) which Lyon received 5-3.
THE MVP: Ex-Arsenal striker Alexander Lacazette bagged two targets for the French aspect as he proved he nonetheless has it after a disappointing spell in England. There was a component of luck about each his targets, however you must be there to attain it, and he was in the suitable place on the proper time.
THE BIG LOSER: It could have been solely a pleasant however Salah produced one of many poorest penalties he has ever taken. The Reds had been awarded a spot-kick within the 14th minute, and the Egyptian, who’s normally so medical, rolled the ball in the direction of the goalkeeper for what grew to become a simple save.
MATCH IN THREE PHOTOS:
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WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL? Liverpool face AC Milan in a pleasant on December 16 in Dubai earlier than a return to home motion on December 22 towards Manchester Metropolis within the Carabao Cup. They then face Aston Villa on Boxing Day.
MATCH RATING (OUT OF FIVE): ⭐⭐