Player ratings: Liverpool vs Torino – August 7th 2018
By Josh Ricker
Liverpool took on Torino in their final preseason game and walked away with a straightforward 3-1 win thanks to goals from Roberto Firmino, Gini Wijnaldum and Daniel Sturridge.
The game itself was exactly what the Reds needed, a game where they could win fairly easily at home that gets fans excited for Sunday’s Premier League opener against West Ham.
Liverpool dominated in terms of possession and creating chances, which showed the growing chemistry between the attackers and the new midfield. It also served its purpose as one last fitness check for the lads to make sure they are in form and shape to start a grueling campaign.
Despite scoring three goals, the scoreline could easily have been more. A missed penalty from defensive midfielder Fabinho and some easy chances blundered by Mohamed Salah, Sturridge and Danny Ings kept that score at that level.
This marks the second goal Wijnaldum has scored in just as many games, and it is showing that he really wants to keep his spot in the team. With Liverpool’s midfield being as deep as ever, it will be extremely hard to get consistent minutes.
Sturridge also picked up a late goal, and is showing that he really could be back on. Reds fans are buzzing about that one. But nevertheless, let’s get into the ratings.
7. Not much to do on the day for the new Brazilian goalkeeper. Had a nice save on a play that was called offsides which received many cheers from the Liverpool fans and his ball distribution was once again superb. The team will be a huge benefactor of Alisson’s passing with long balls over the top to Salah and Mane. Really scary stuff for any opposition. The goal from Andrea Belotti was not his fault, a bullet header that Alberto Moreno should have kept away towards the end line. Overall, a solid Anfield debut from Alisson.. Goalkeeper. Liverpool. ALISSON BECKER
Goalkeeper. Liverpool. LORIS KARIUS. N/A. Got a nice 20-minute appearance in front of the home crowd. A wonderful reception was given to him as this is his first time on the pitch since his disastrous performance in the Champions League Final. However, had no chances come his way to give him a grade for his performance.