Liverpool Team News Page 149 - Soccer

Thiago - Creates two chances Thiago attempted an off-target shot and created two chances prior to being taken off in the 83rd minute of Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Thiago also won a tackle and made an interception and clearance before his withdrawal. Although he's scored twice in his last five appearances across all competitions, the midfielder is more known for his progressive qualities than end product, limiting his fantasy utility to an extent. That being said, Thursday's matchup against a Newcastle defense that has surrendered the most goals this season offers a favorable opportunity for Thiago if chosen to start.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Matip is loved at Anfield and his double act with Van Dijk is flourishing Joel Matip and Virgil van Dijk are very different personalities but they complement each other so well

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tyler Morton - Gaining more playing time Morton made his second Champions League start in Tuesday's 2-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Morton was able to start the last two group stage matches after Liverpool secured first place in the group with two matches to play. He's a young player with a bright future and will be worth monitoring going forward, especially if any injuries pop up in Liverpool's midfield.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diogo Jota - Comes off bench during win Jota took two shots and connected four minutes during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Jota came off the bench after dealing with a minor hamstring injury. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was given a rare start at forward with Jota on the bench and Roberto Firmino still dealing with an injury. Jota should be fit to start in Thursday's match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Virgil Van Dijk - Makes seven clearances during win Van Dijk took one shot (on goal), made two tackles (won one) and seven clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Van Dijk led Liverpool in clearances, but also received a yellow card early in the match. Nonetheless, Liverpool lead the league in clean sheets with eight in 16 matches and will have a good opportunity to add to that number during Thursday's match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Henderson - Busy during win over Villa Henderson created one scoring chances, put in three crosses (two accurate) and made three interceptions during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Henderson has been a productive midfielder in leagues that accommodate for peripheral stats like chances created, tackles and interceptions. He'll continue to be a preferred starter for Thursday's match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andy Robertson - Puts in nine crosses against Villa Robertson took one shot (one on goal), created four scoring chances and put in fine crosses (four accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Robertson had an excellent outing as Liverpool came away with all three points and their league-leading eighth clean sheet. Robertson was heavily involved in attack and will be a coveted defensive option heading into Thursday's home match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trent Alexander-Arnold - Supplies 14 crosses during win Alexander-Arnold took two shots (none on target), put in 14 crosses (five accurate) and created two scoring chances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Alexander-Arnold led the match in crosses, which is a typical scenario for the right-back as he takes a huge volume of set pieces and open-play crosses. He'll continue to be a top defender, especially in Thursday's home match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sadio Mane - Takes four shots during win Mane took four shots (none on goal), created two scoring chances and made four tackles (won three) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Mane is in the midst of a six-game goal drought, though he has been able to supply peripheral stats to prop up his value. A matchup against Newcastle awaits on Thursday and Mane could have a good chance to break out of his scoring funk.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

4-0 loss exposes Newcastle frailty amid EPL relegation fight

January cannot come quick enough for Newcastle

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alisson - Keeps league leading 8th clean sheet Alisson Becker made no saves and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston VIlla.

Impact Alisson Becker was hardly troubled as the Liverpool backline kept Aston Villa out of their defensive third for long stretches of the match. He now has eight clean sheets in the Premier League, which gives him the league lead. He'll have another good chance for a clean sheet in Thursday's home match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Salah - Scores 21st goal of season Salah scored a goal, took six shots (two on goal) and created three scoring chances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Salah drew a penalty on Tyrone Mings in the 67th minute and then converted the ensuing penalty to give Liverpool all three points and their 5th straight win in the Premier League. They'll have a quick turnaround as they host Newcastle on Thursday. Salah will once again be a top option.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

West Ham held to 0-0 draw by Burnley in Premier League

West Ham’s Champions League ambitions were dealt a blow after David Moyes’ team was held to a 0-0 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley in the Premier League

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Virgil Van Dijk: Liverpool had to fight for everything ' Premier League

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Liverpool beats Villa 1-0 as Gerrard returns to Anfield

Steven Gerrard’s return to Anfield ended in disappointment as Mohamed Salah’s second-half penalty gave Liverpool a 1-0 win over as Aston Villa in the English Premier League

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mohamed Salah converts penalty to put Liverpool in front ' Premier League

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • YOUTUBE

English Premier League top 3 all win to intensify title race

The English Premier League’s top three have kept up the furious pace of their title race by picking up hard-fought wins, although all three needed second-half penalties to do so

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FULL MATCH ' Aston Villa v Liverpool ' Emirates FA Cup Third Round 2020-21

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Diogo Jota - On bench against Villa Jota (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Jota doesn't look to be healthy enough for a full 90, but if needed, he should be brought on late with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain starting up front. The good news is that Jota appears to be healthy, so he'll be in play to start Thursday's match against Newcastle.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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