HIGHLIGHT : Liverpool (4 —1) LUTON TOWN

GOAL rates Liverpool’s players from Anfield…

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Goalkeeper & Defence
Caoimhin Kelleher (6/10):

His unorthodox save from Chong put the ball in the path for Ogbene’s goal, but it would seem harsh to pin the blame solely on him. Rarely tested apart from that strike.

Conor Bradley (8/10):

Defensive work was generally solid but it was his ability going forward that changed the game. Picked up more progressive positions in the second half and Liverpool’s attack looked far more threatening for it. Great quick thinking from the throw-in for Gakpo’s goal, and left the field to a standing Anfield ovation.

Jarell Quansah (6/10):

Covered out wide when needed in a classy defensive display. Looked assured when bringing the ball out from the back, too.

Virgil van Dijk (7/10):

Went about his business fairly comfortably before popping up with the equaliser – a vital goal in this game before the eventual cruise. Could’ve had a second from an identical position, but for Kaminski’s heroics.

Joe Gomez (5/10):

The weakest of Liverpool’s backline. Slow to the rebound for Ogbene’s opener and offered far less than Bradley going forward. Oblivious to runners in behind and incapable of dealing with Ogbene’s pace at times.

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Midfield
Alexis Mac Allister (7/10):

Was enjoying a quiet evening before his two assists in three minutes. Offered a delightful cross for Van Dijk’s equaliser and was razor sharp for Gakpo’s header. Two crucial contributions from the Argentine.

Wataru Endo (6/10):

Helped Liverpool turn over the ball successfully so often before being let down by poor finishing. Gakpo should have converted his delicate through-ball late on.

Ryan Gravenberch (6/10):

Won the ball well in the press and linked up play well, albeit in a midfield that was afforded plenty of space. Overall solid display.

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Attack
Harvey Elliott (7/10):

Started the game with immense confidence but tailed off after the opening 20 minutes. More effective dropping back into midfield, and did eventually get his goal late on. What a way to mark your 100th Liverpool appearance.

Cody Gakpo (7/10):

Like many Liverpool players, was heading towards a subpar display before a crucial goal. Showed great alertness to latch onto Mac Allister’s cross. Should’ve had a second late on, though.

Luis Diaz (6/10):

Forgot his shooting boots in the first half but was back to his typical dangerous self in the second. Stunning solo strike papered over several poor misses. Klopp will hope Diaz takes his second-half form, not his first, to Wembley on Sunday

Full Time Liverpool 4 Luton 1

Vanjidk ⚽️

Gakpo ⚽️

Diaz ⚽️

Elliott ⚽️

Mac Allister 2️⃣ Assists 🔥⚽️

Leaders 🔥⚽️

Full TIME : Liverpool 4-1 Luton (Elliott,

GOAL! Liverpool 3-1 Luton (Diaz, 71)

At last! It hadn’t been the winger’s night until now!

Robertson intercepts a high ball on the edge of the Luton area, knocking it down for Diaz.

This time he keeps his cool, steading himself before slotting in at Kaminski’s near post.

GOAL! Liverpool 2-1 Luton (Gakpo, 58)

TWO IN TWO MINUTES!

Bradley throws the ball into the box for Mac Allister, who hooks a cross into the middle where Gakpo plants a header home!

Luton had switched off at the throw after making a substitution.

But what a turnaround from Liverpool!

GOAL! Liverpool 1-1 Luton (Van Dijk, 56)

A CAPTAIN’S GOAL!

BOSH! Van Dijk charges onto Mac Allister’s corner and powers a header past Kaminski, who had no chance!

Liverpool deserve that. Game on!

Half Time: Liverpool 0-1 Luton

Ogbene gives Luton early lead after two Diaz missed chances

GOAL! Liverpool 0-1 Luton (Ogbene, 12)

OGBENE!!! LUTON STUN LIVERPOOL!

Woodrow holds the ball up well in the Liverpool box before laying it off for Chong who runs beyond him.

The former Man Utd forward fires at goal, forcing Kelleher to save with his legs but the rebound flicks up perfectly for Ogbene to nod in from close range.

Incredible scenes in the Luton end!

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Liverpool 0-0

Salah, Nunez not in Liverpool squad

Mo Salah and Darwin Nunez are not in the Liverpool squad this evening.

Salah made his comeback from a hamstring injury in Saturday’s 4-1 win at Brentford but is reportedly fatigued, while Nunez came off at half-time with a muscle issue.

Jurgen Klopp has made five changes from that game with Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones also missing through injury.

Ibrahim Konate and Andy Robertson drop to the bench alongside 16-year-old Trey Nyoni, who is among the substitutes for the first time.

Jarell Quansah comes in to partner Virgil van Dijk at centre-back while Joe Gomez starts at left-back.

Ryan Gravenberch lines up in midfield with Harvey Elliott and Cody Gakpo coming into the front line.

Goalkeeper Alisson Becker is out with a hamstring injury.

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Conor Bradley 7

Attacking raids muted first half and kept busy defensively, but burst into life after break and quick thinking at throw-in prompted second. Subbed.

Jarell Quansah 7

Made one necessary challenge first half as Luton threatened and rarely flustered, particularly when passing out from the back.

Virgil van Dijk 8

Headed everything away and calm both in possession and defensively, and powerfully headed in first goal. Excellent showing.

Joe Gomez 7

Didn’t have it easy up against Ogbene first half and forward forays not particularly effective, but better after that and switched to right-back for closing quarter. Booked.

Wataru Endo 8

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Fashioned one opening for Diaz and got stuck in, and mopped up a number of second balls. Hugely influential in Liverpool stepping up second half.

Alexis Mac Allister 9

Tried to get Liverpool moving first half with mixed results but superb after interval with crosses from right creating the equaliser and the second. Subbed.

Ryan Gravenberch 7

Built on his showing at Brentford with a lively first half but lacked some decisiveness in the final third. Another to improve after break. Subbed.

Harvey Elliott 7

Ostensibly on the right, created early chance for Diaz but struggled for impact before break until impressive second-half showing capped by fourth goal.

Cody Gakpo 7

Kept hold of the ball well in the opening quarter before becoming isolated and a little frustrated. Second half different story and predatory header for second goal.

Luis Diaz 7

Spurned two great chances in the early exchanges but kept being pestering the visiting defence and eventually got his reward with the third. Subbed.

Andy Robertson (for Bradley 68) 7

Lively cameo and alert to steal in and win the ball to prompt Diaz strike.

Bobby Clark (for Gravenberch 78) 7

More good minutes for the youngster.

James McConnell (for Mac Allister 89)

Other players currently absent include Trent Alexander-Arnold (knee), Dominik Szoboszlai (hamstring) midfielders Thiago Alcantara and Stefan Bajcetic (both muscle injuries) and centre-back Joel Matip (ACL).