Diaz dazzles, Liverpool plays to a 1-1 draw against Palace

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 15: Nathaniel Clyne of Crystal Palace, Darwin Nunez of Liverpool and Joachim Andersen of Crystal Palace during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Crystal Palace at Anfield on August 15, 2022 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images) /

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Forwards

Mohamed Salah — 7

Came close to scoring a few times. Moved centrally when Nunez was sent off. Connected well with TAA throughout the match.

Darwin Nunez — 4

Looked sharp holding up the ball and was the target for a number of crosses. Scuffed a few chances that could’ve been scored. Sent off for a headbutt.

Luis Diaz — 7

Slow first half but was brilliant in the second half. Great dribbling and worked back to make a couple of tackles. Scored a fantastic solo effort to equalize.

Substitutions

Joe Gomez — 7

Subbed on in the 63rd. Provided pace to match up with Zaha. Calm, controlling presence.

Jordan Henderson — 7

Subbed on in the 63rd. Brought energy and direct attacking play.

Kostas Tsimikas — 6

Subbed on in the 63rd. Played in a few overhit crosses but also managed to play in a couple of dangerous balls.

Fabio Carvalho — NA

Subbed on in the 79th. Had a great chance to win it in the 90th but his volley went just wide.