It s not a game for Diogo Jota Thierry Henry explains why Liverpool forward shouldn t have started against Villarreal
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“He’s like a trigger, bang, go go and get it back. For those reasons, he’s the standout signing of the season for me.” [liverpool echo] NEW: Rio Ferdinand has heaped praise on Liverpool’s Luis Diaz and labelled him his Premier League signing of the season.“He’s like a trigger, bang, go go and get it back. For those reasons, he’s the standout signing of the season for me.” [liverpool echo] The winger had a pass accuracy of 90% and he successfully completed four dribbles. Moreover, it was his energy and desire that really troubled Unai Emery's side who looked tired as the minutes went by. Meanwhile, Jota registered one attempt on goal, which wasn't on target. He gave just six accurate passes, had no successful dribbles and lost four of his attempted six duels.
It s not a game for Diogo Jota - Thierry Henry explains why Liverpool forward shouldn t have started against Villarreal
Former Arsenal striker believes the semi-final was the wrong game for Jota Arsenal legend has suggested that boss Jurgen Klopp should have not started forward against . The two sides played an extremely entertaining second leg of their Champions League semi-final tie, which the Reds won 5-2 on aggregate. Jota has had a remarkable season so far, stepping up for Liverpool and chipping in with crucial goals on numerous occasions (21 this season). The Portuguese has deservedly earned the right to start games week in and week out for the Reds. But it wasn't the best of nights for the 25-year old, who was substituted at half-time as Luis Diaz came on to change the encounter on its head. Liverpool were 2-0 down going into half-time but eventually emerged as 3-2 winners. Henry, while speaking on CBS Sport (via ) at half-time, said: “It’s not a game for Diogo Jota. He’s a player who arrives late in the box from crosses, when you dominate. He’s kind of good [in these games]. But Luis Diaz can bail you out by dribbling. You need someone who can dribble past players right now. Salah can do that. Mane can do that. But maybe not Diogo Jota like that.” The Frenchman saw his wish granted by the Liverpool boss as he introduced the Colombian winger in the second-half and the switch worked in their favor. Although he was on the pitch for just 45 minutes, Diaz had an unparralled impact. He registered four shots, the most anyone managed on the night, of which one landed in the back of the net. NEW: Rio Ferdinand has heaped praise on Liverpool’s Luis Diaz and labelled him his Premier League signing of the season.“He’s like a trigger, bang, go go and get it back. For those reasons, he’s the standout signing of the season for me.” [liverpool echo] NEW: Rio Ferdinand has heaped praise on Liverpool’s Luis Diaz and labelled him his Premier League signing of the season.“He’s like a trigger, bang, go go and get it back. For those reasons, he’s the standout signing of the season for me.” [liverpool echo] The winger had a pass accuracy of 90% and he successfully completed four dribbles. Moreover, it was his energy and desire that really troubled Unai Emery's side who looked tired as the minutes went by. Meanwhile, Jota registered one attempt on goal, which wasn't on target. He gave just six accurate passes, had no successful dribbles and lost four of his attempted six duels.