Wolverhampton vs. Liverpool - News - September 28, 2024

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Mario Lemina - Shows versatility in lossLemina had one shot (zero on goal) and three crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Liverpool.

ImpactLemina began Saturday's match in the Wolverhampton Wanderer midfield before a second half substitution saw the veteran slide back to take up a role in central defense. Lemina's adaptability catalyzed the box-to-box performance that included a shot on goal, three crosses (two accurate), two tackles (two won), three interceptions, three clearances and a single block. The veteran's ability to play in multiple positions make him an invaluable member of the squad, as evidenced by his 45 appearances (43 starts) in all competitions with Wolves, dating back to the beginning of the 2023/2024 season.

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Rayan Ait-Nouri - First goal of seasonAit-Nouri scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Liverpool.

ImpactAit-Nouri pounced on a loose ball in the box Saturday, scoring the lone Wolverhampton Wanderers goal as they would go on to fall 2 - 1 to Liverpool. In addition to his goal, the midfielder attempted one tackle (zero won), made two interceptions and was credited with three clearances. Ait-Nouri has started in each of Wolves' six Premier League matches to begin the season.

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Sam Johnstone - Allows two goals in lossJohnstone recorded four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Liverpool.

ImpactJohnstone made a pair of excellent saves at point blank range Saturday, but he was beaten by a free header from a corner in the first half and from the penalty spot in the second half, as Wolverhampton Wanderers fell 2 - 1 to Liverpool. Johnstone was also credited with a season-high three clearances. The experienced English keeper has yet to keep a clean sheet through four Premier League appearances and will hope for better results as he looks to keep the first-choice gloves in favor of veteran backup Jose Sa. Wolves' next test will come Saturday when they travel to Brentford who have scored a single goal in each of their most recent three Premier League fixtures.

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Andy Robertson - Optimism after injury scareRobertson (undisclosed) was injured and subbed out in the 89th minute of Saturday's 2-1 win versus Wolverhampton. He generated nine crosses (three accurate) and eight corners befor...

ImpactRobertson was dynamic Saturday in Liverpools 2 - 1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, registering team-highs in crosses (nine, three accurate) and corners (eight), creating one chance. He also made one interception before being subbed off in the 89th minute with an apparent injury. However, Liverpool manager Arne Slot stated in his post match press conference, "He (Robertson) got a bit of a knock but I'm expecting him to be in training on Monday again, but let's wait [and see]."

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Diogo Jota - Assists from cornerJota assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th mi...

ImpactJota swung in the corner late in the first half Saturday that resulted in Liverpool taking a 1 - 0 lead en route to their 2 - 1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The attacker was left out of Liverpool's previous Premier League title versus Bournemouth before returning to the starting XI Saturday and providing his second assist of the season. Jota was also credited with a single clearance, contributing to the Liverpool defensive effort.

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Ibrahima Konate - First Premier League goalKonate scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.

ImpactKonate rose above the pack just before halftime Saturday to head home a corner and net his first ever Premier League goal. The goal opened the scoring for Liverpool, and they would go on to defeat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2 - 1. In addition to his goal, the veteran center back made two interceptions, one clearance and one block. After coming off the bench during Liverpool's first Premier League match of the season, Konate has now started in six successive matches (all competitions).

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Mohamed Salah - Converts penaltySalah scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Wolverhampton.

ImpactSalah took the responsibility Saturday for Liverpool in converting a second half penalty that gave the Reds a 2 - 1 lead over Wolverhampton Wanderers they would not relinquish. The goal broke a three match scoreless streak for Salah who has now netted four goals on the season over seven appearances (seven starts) in all competitions. In addition to his usual offensive production, Salah contributed two tackles (two won) and a clearance to Liverpool's defensive efforts.

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