Liverpool player ratings vs Man City
Alisson – 6
Great distribution and little he could do for Silva’s goal. Breeds confidence in Liverpool back line
Alexander-Arnold – 6
Escaped handball in sixth minute, brilliant cross field pass in move for second goal, powerful runs forward unsettled City
Lovren – 7
Solid shift, good diving block to deflect Sterling shot over on 53 minutes
Van Dijk – 8
Typically assured, generally in the right place at the right time. powerful in the air and marshalled the rearguard well late on
Robertson – 7
Unsettled by Silva early, fantastic assist for Salah goal but pinned back by Sterling as the match went on
Henderson – 7
Full marks for effort on return from illness and superb run and cross to Mane for third, excellent display before subbed on the hour mark
Fabinho – 9
Stunning strike for opener and involved in several key moments, brushed off by de Bruyne last for City’s opener
Wijnaldum – 7
Huge shift in midfield from the Dutchman, did the quiet stuff well with skill and power
Salah – 8
Perfect timing to get on the end of sweeping move for second. Faded slightly as the game went on
Firmino – 7
Some excellent linking touches, carved out chance on 35 minutes neat but hit miles over
Mane – 8
Good defensive shift early and grew into the game offensively, great far post header for the third
Courtesy of Express