Liverpool 2-1 Lille Player Ratings: Salah Shines, as Mandi Disappoints as The Reds extend their perfect run in Europe
Liverpool makes it 7 wins in as many outings following the 2-1 triumph over Losc Lille at Anfield on Tuesday, Arne Slot and men continue to shine in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 with the perfect campaign this season.
The Premier League leaders are the only undrafted team remaining in the competition as they are yet to taste loss in Europe. As Liverpool stands tall in the first position another loss for the Ligue 1 outfit means they sit in 11th position with 13 points in their hands.
For hosts, Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliot were named on the scoresheet, whereas, for the Visitors, Johnathan David grabbed the equalizer and the only goal for the French side. Here are Liverpool vs Lille player ratings from the match.
Liverpool Player Ratings vs Lille
Goalkeeper
Alisson Becker – 6.5
Apart from conceding the equalizer through David, the Brazilian keeper did not face any major issues in goal.
Defenders
Conor Bradley – 7
The youngster did not disappoint playing as the Right back and displayed an impressive performance after earning a start.
Jarrel Quansah – 7.5
He had a rock-solid performance in the back four and made some well-timed recoveries while completing the most passes in the game.
Virgil Van Dijk – 6.5
A lackluster outing from the Liverpool captain as the Lille attackers trouble the towering center-back in both halves.
Konstantinos Tsimikas – 7
Fully justified his start ahead of Andy Robertson, it was his perfect challenge on David that led to Liverpool’s opener.
Midfielders
Ryan Gravenberch – 6
He looked off on the ball while being in action for the first half and was taken off at the stroke of the half-time break.
Dominik Szoboszlai – 6.5
The Hungarian played a slightly deeper role in the three-man midfield and took care of set-piece duties and got subbed off in the 63rd minute.
Curtis Jones – 7.5
His brilliant pass set Salah on the break to break the deadlock and put Liverpool ahead and remain influential until a knock forced him to leave the pitch at the interval.
Forwards
Mo Salah – 7.5
A stunning goal from Egyptian International to open the scoring, the winger continues to shine for the Reds as he picked up his third goal in the Champions League.
Darwin Nunez – 7
Nunez was phenomenal with his work rate, helping out the team in defence. However, he missed out on a big chance and even bagged a goal which was ruled offside.
Luis Diaz – 7.5
Diaz was all over the left-hand side, troubling the Lille full-back to keep and drew foul from Mandi leading to his sent-off. He nearly got an assist when his long pass found Salah who missed to keep it on target.
Substitutes
Alexis Mac Allister – 6.5
Harvey Elliott – 7.5
Wataru Endo – 5.5
Federico Chiesa – 5.5
Trent Alexander-Arnold – N/A
Manager
Arne Slot – 7.5
Not a fancy win, but he will take it as a job done for the Dutchman as his side remains unbeaten in the competition.
Lille Player Ratings vs Liverpool
Goalkeeper
Lucas Chevalier – 7
Despite allowing two goals, the Lille shot-stopper was decent and pulled off some quality saves.
Defenders
Aissa Mandi – 4
The fullback was booked twice for a reckless challenge and received the marching orders due to a Red Card as his outing was cut short.
Bafodé Diakité – 6
He was decent in preventing the attacks and made some key interceptions to disrupt the chances of the rivals.
Alexsandro Ribeiro – 6.5
He was brave in making clearances, interceptions and putting crunching tackles whenever required and kept Liverpool’s attack at Bay.
Gabriel Gudmundsson – 6.5
He used his pace and quickness to create chances for his side and won most fouls in the match.
Midfielders
Ngal Ayel Mukau – 5
He had a good outing, but unfortunately, it was his major deflection that guided Harvey Elliot’s shot into goal.
Benjamin André – 6
He dictated the Lille’s play well from the midfield and picked up a yellow card for his reaction in the process.
Mitchel Bakker – 6
The Dutchman did not have much of an involvement in attacks and defence either despite playing an advanced role.
Hákon Arnar Haraldsson – 6.5
He completed the most dribbles in the game and even registered two shots in the game but his game lacked goal and assist.
Rémy Cabella – 6.5
The left winger had won the most number of duels in the match and showed attacking intent with his play.
Forwards
Jonathan David – 7
Stayed alert inside the fox to capitalize on the opportunity to put his side on the level with the equalizer, besides, he did not have much to mark an impact.
Substitutes
Thomas Meunier – 7
Osame Sahraoui – 5.5
Ismaily – 5
Ayyoub Bouaddi – 6
Manager
Bruno Genesio – 7
FAQs
What was the result of Liverpool vs Lille?
Liverpool 2-1 Lille
When was Liverpool vs Lille?
Liverpool hosted Lille on 21 January in the UEFA Champions League at Anfield.
Who was the man of the match in Liverpool vs Lille?
Mo Salah was the man of the match in Liverpool vs Lille.
Who was the worst player in Liverpool vs Lille?
Aissa Mandi was the worst player in Liverpool vs Lille