Liverpool lost 0-2 to PSG, confirming their exit from the Champions League with an aggregate score of 0-4. Player ratings were provided following the match.
Liverpool 0-2 PSG: Player Ratings as European Exit Confirmed
The Champions League saw the Reds emerge from a Premier League win over Fulham to face the reigning and defending champions of Europe.
The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below.
The giant Georgian stopper was very smart and alert in the early stages, clearing some tricky balls into the box.
After the restart, the Reds’ keeper was keen to stay assured and could do nothing for the opening goal. The second goal was again a case of a great goal being scored.
The French international was a strong presence in the opening exchanges as the chess-like game played out under the Anfield lights. A superb covering block late in the half was critical.
When the match resumed, the former Bundesliga star was again the standout defender; however, the gaps opened and the hosts’ energy departed late on.
Man of the match
The Hungarian international was solid defensively and managed to offer the odd moment of offensive action in a cagey first half.
After the break, the excellent full-back was unable to offer too much as he remained more defensively aware.
The Dutch speed merchant was very limited in his attacking output as diligence and decision-making under Slot kept him grounded.
Subbed – 45 mins
The captain and leader of this team was vocal and authority-driven as he tried to keep a tight rearguard and the attacking components did their job.
After the intermission, the former Celtic giant was able to cut the pitch in half and push his men forward, until the opening goal.
The Argentina international was unable to stamp his authority on the game as the game slowed and descended into a mundane battleground.
After the break, the former Brighton star was far more effective.
The Hungarian international was heavily restricted after an opening surge, as the visitors started to take control.
When the match resumed, the former Bundesliga star was powerfully charged and looked to create havoc.
The Dutch midfielder was keen and productive with ball-carrying moments, but he failed to offer a defensive presence in the middle of the park.
After the restart, the midfielder was far more effective going forward and looked to drive towards the box. Should have been better for the opening goal.
The German attacker was low-key and well marshalled as he seemed to lack the ball in key areas as well as support.
In the second half, the elite creator was able to link up a little more.
The world-class striker was bright early on and then faded drastically as the gamble to start the Swede backfired.
Subbed – 45 mins
The French attacker was probing before leaving the field with a potentially season-ending injury.
Subbed – 30 mins
Mohamed Salah – 6.0 (on 30)
Came on to offer experience and more thrust from the right.
Cody Gakpo – 7.0 (on 45)
Came on to bring a spark at the start of the second half.
Joe Gomez – 6.0 (on 45)
Came on to offer more assurance at full back.
Subbed – 66 mins
Rio Ngumoha – 7.0 (on 77)
Came on to offer pace and unpredictable skill.
Curtis Jones – 6.0 (on 73)
Came on to offer homegrown energy.
Arne Slot – 7.0
The starting lineup was selected to try to get early goals, which backfired as Isak and Hugo both failed to make it to the second half.
The substitutes were forced upon the head coach and everyone made sense and impacted well.
Liverpool 1 – 2 PSG
The final score was Liverpool 0, PSG 2.
The aggregate score was 0-4 in favor of PSG.
Liverpool lost the second leg 0-2, leading to their elimination from the tournament.
Player ratings were provided, reflecting the team's performance in the match.
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