Match Performance Review: Liverpool Players Rated Against PSV

**Giorgi Mamardashvili (4/10):**
Returning to the starting lineup following Alisson’s injury, Mamardashvili will likely wish he had remained on the bench. He was repeatedly left exposed by his defense but was not directly responsible for any of PSV’s four goals conceded.

**Curtis Jones (4/10):**
Tasked with playing at full-back, Jones was kept busy throughout the match by PSV’s relentless attack. He was one of the few defenders who managed to avoid significant errors.

**Ibrahima Konate (3/10):**
Konate’s position in the team remains questionable. He had a decent opportunity to score with a header from a corner in the second half, but a critical mistake allowed the ball to bounce under his feet, leading to PSV’s third goal. He was substituted with 10 minutes remaining.

**Virgil van Dijk (3/10):**
The Liverpool captain endured a challenging evening, conceding an unnecessary penalty and receiving a yellow card for a reckless challenge shortly thereafter. Although he witnessed a header hit the crossbar in the first half, it was an overall disappointing performance from him.

**Milos Kerkez (4/10):**
For the first hour, Kerkez had a commendable performance, managing PSV’s numerous attacks down Liverpool’s left flank. However, he will be disappointed for failing to keep up with Til’s run, which led to PSV’s second goal.

**Alexis Mac Allister (5/10):**
Mac Allister spent too much time in his own half, often looking frustrated when he finally managed to penetrate PSV’s box, especially after having a couple of penalty appeals dismissed.

**Ryan Gravenberch (5/10):**
Despite demonstrating plenty of effort and running, Gravenberch lacked the necessary final product. He, too, will need to reflect on his performance, which fell flat.

**Dominik Szoboszlai (6/10):**
After being moved to midfield by coach Slot, Szoboszlai’s contribution was significant, as he initiated the play that led to his equalizer. He consistently worked hard throughout the match, effectively disrupting the opposition’s play and posing a threat near their penalty area.

**Mohamed Salah (4/10):**
Salah appeared to be a mere shadow of his usual self, relying on limited opportunities and spending too much time as a passive participant in the game.

**Hugo Ekitike (5/10):**
Starting ahead of Isak, Ekitike was a constant threat to PSV but missed several scoring opportunities. Worryingly, he indicated to the bench that he was injured and had to be substituted after 60 minutes.

**Cody Gakpo (5/10):**
Facing his former club, Gakpo was energetic and created numerous chances for Liverpool but ultimately felt frustrated with his overall contribution.

**Alexander Isak (4/10):**
Despite being rested prior to the match, Isak was brought on in the 60th minute due to Ekitike’s injury but barely made an impact during his time on the field.

**Federico Chiesa (4/10):**
Substituting for Konate with 15 minutes left, Chiesa struggled to make an impact, contributing little with just a few touches of the ball.

**Arne Slot (3/10):**
Though the Champions League has provided a momentary respite amid a tumultuous Premier League campaign, the same defensive deficiencies resurfaced in this match. Slot must address these issues, as the defensive performance was a significant concern.