Skip to content
Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube Tiktok Linkedin
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Contact
  • Registration
  • Login
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Contact
  • Registration
  • Login
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • Everyman & Playhouse
    • FunnyBoyz Liverpool
    • The Bentley Liverpool
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Liverpool Watersports Centre
    • Strawberry Field
    • Relish Liverpool
    • Best Liverpool Restaurants
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events Latest
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
    • A Tale of the Liver Birds
  • TRAVEL
    • Liverpool Airport
  • DIRECTORY
  • LIVE
Menu
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • Everyman & Playhouse
    • FunnyBoyz Liverpool
    • The Bentley Liverpool
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Liverpool Watersports Centre
    • Strawberry Field
    • Relish Liverpool
    • Best Liverpool Restaurants
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events Latest
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
    • A Tale of the Liver Birds
  • TRAVEL
    • Liverpool Airport
  • DIRECTORY
  • LIVE
Search
Close

A night of ludicrousness to ensure Liverpool remain winless

August 16, 2022
|
by Elliot Thompson
Anfield

Another below par performance.

An idiotic red card thanks to a headbutt.

More injury problems piling up.

Then an absurd pitch invasion to infuriate everyone even more for the cherry on top.

It was not a happy return to Anfield for Liverpool’s first home game of the season as they ended up drawing 1-1 to Crystal Palace failing to win their two opening matches of a Premier League season for the first time under Jurgen Klopp.

The issues began building up before the game with Jurgen Klopp having to contend with even more injury issues than against Fulham.

Thiago was obviously ruled out after the injury he picked up at Craven Cottage but as well as him Roberto Firmino was not involved in the matchday squad.

Jordan Henderson and Joe Gomez also felt like they had issues in the build-up to the game which led Klopp to saying he felt like there was a ‘witch in the building’ and also meant that Nat Phillips had to start.

🗣 "It was like we had a witch in the building."

Jurgen Klopp says that Liverpool's injury problems has been unusual pic.twitter.com/LOS2qbz7kI

— Football Daily (@footballdaily) August 16, 2022

Liverpool started the game on top and in the first ten minutes looked like they had bounced back from a woeful showing against Fulham with James Milner coming close to opening the scoring in opening minutes after Vicente Guaita flapped at a cross.

However the fast start was only that as Liverpool did not build upon that struggling to break Palace down.

Then on the 32nd minute the visitors took the lead after Eberechi Eze skipped past Fabinho like he wasn’t there and played Wilfried Zaha in on goal.

Zaha got in-behind Phillips with ease and slotted past Alisson to send the away end into oblivion.

The skill and pass by Eze 😳
The finish by Zaha ⚡️

Another class Palace counter-attack.#CPFC | #LIVCRY pic.twitter.com/UOensJpRqH

— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) August 15, 2022

All of a sudden a Liverpool side who were struggling to beat the low-block in front of them were a goal down, something that was all too familiar in Klopp’s early days in charge at Anfield.

The FA Cup and League Cup holders came ever so close to getting an equaliser in the first half when Harvey Elliott found Darwin Nunez with a clipped ball over the top but he mishit in shot and bounced off the post.

Not long after coming out of the changing rooms for the second half  Nunez was going back in after a an aggressive reaction which Liverpool fans haven’t seen since their last Uruguayan striker was leading the line.

Joachim Anderson was doing a good job keeping him quiet and also winding him up which clearly got to him.

Anderson pushed him accusing of him attempting to collide with him during a duel so Nunez made sure he collided with him this time abruptly turning round and headbutting him.

Here’s a look at the confrontations between Andersen and Nuñez. Andersen was clearly instructed to annoy him and get in his head, but it’s football

Nuñez will learn from this, as he will encounter many defenders like that in the Prem.

🎬 @Michaelblaque07 pic.twitter.com/VhlEKLL38k

— LFC Transfer Room (@LFCTransferRoom) August 16, 2022

An easy red card which left Liverpool with no striker chasing a game with ten men.

Worryingly Klopp’s men seemed to step it up when Nunez departed but there was still something missing.

The build-up was slow, there wasn’t anyone making penetrating passes and the link-up between the ten on the field wasn’t really there.

Liverpool looked disjointed all over the field for one of the first times under Klopp and it was Luis Diaz who had to pull the rabbit out of the hat to make sure his side didn’t lose.

With half-an-hour to go he dribbled through several challenges cutting in from the left wing and smacked one in the bottom right corner from outside the box.

It was an unreal goal which unfortunately won’t be remembered so fondly due to the result.

Every angle of Luis Diaz's strike last night against Crystal Palace, presented by @Sonos 📽 pic.twitter.com/PBInEN055i

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) August 16, 2022

Mo Salah and Fabio Carvalho came close to winning the game for The Reds who dominated on the stats, but it was far away from their usual standards.

Then someone, a Liverpool fan, decided to pitch invade in added time when an attack was building.

He ran towards to Klopp with a phone in his hand trying to get a selfie, the German gave him a rollicking and the senseless supposed supporter was escorted out the ground hopefully gaining himself a lifetime ban from Anfield.

It was an unpleasant night, and it is no way to start a season with two draws but it is only two games.

Four points dropped is significant at anytime in a campaign but there is plenty of time to make up for it with 36 opportunities ahead to put it right for the side who have made so many memories.

Next up another visit to Old Trafford, possibly time for another one of those memories.

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
WhatsApp
Email
Print

THE LATEST

Everton stars past and present turn out for annual golf day
Everton stars past and present turn out for annual golf day
Ricky Gervais announces huge 2023 world tour
Ricky Gervais announces huge 2023 world tour
Liverpool One to welcome its first ever Esports venue
Liverpool One to welcome its first ever Esports venue
Williamson Square community consultation to be held
Williamson Square community consultation to be held
Arts & Culture Fund launched by Liverpool BID Company
Arts & Culture Fund launched by Liverpool BID Company
Liverpool has been named Best Place to Live
Liverpool has been named Best Place to Live
IMG_0857
Liverpool Legends ease to victory past Celtic Legends
Sam Ryder's Space Man jumpsuit goes on display at BME
Sam Ryder's Space Man jumpsuit goes on display at BME
Sam Ryder enjoys some down time at Lu Ban Liverpool
Sam Ryder enjoys some down time at Lu Ban Liverpool
Mrs Brown Rides Again at the Liverpool Empire Theatre
Mrs Brown Rides Again at the Liverpool Empire Theatre

WhatsAppenin LIVERPOOL!

Receive WhatsApp notifications about the latest big news, events, offers, competitions and much more!

SIGN UP NOW

Stay in the loop

Stay up to date with all the latest news, articles, events, and offers from across Liverpool!

We never share your information with anyone.

OTHER LINKS

  • Liverpool Maps
  • FAQs
  • Privacy Policy

SUB LINKS

  • About Us
  • Services
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Contact
  • About Us
  • Services
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Contact

DIRECTORY LINKS

  • Business Login
  • Register
  • View Directory

SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube Tiktok Linkedin

At Explore Liverpool we are all about bringing you everything the Liverpool City Region has to offer and more!

© 2022 Explore Liverpool

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
SettingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT

Explore Liverpool With Us!

Don't miss a thing. Sign up for our weekly roundup straight to your inbox! 🙌

Change Location
Find awesome listings near you!