Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk stuns with sensational show in Carabao Cup victory in opposition to Tottenham
Liverpool have reached the ultimate of the Carabao Cup after outclassing Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 at Anfield on Thursday, thus profitable the semi-final tie on 4-1 combination.
Cody Gakpo delivered the breakthrough within the thirty fourth minute earlier than Antonin Kinsky’s mistake allowed Mohamed Salah so as to add one other from the penalty spot within the second-half.
Dominik Szoboszlai slotted dwelling the third to finish any hopes of a comeback for the guests, and Virgil van Dijk additionally earned his title on the scoresheet with a trademark header.
The consequence means the Reds will now face Newcastle United within the closing at Wembley subsequent month, with the Magpies triumphing over Arsenal within the final 4.
There have been many wonderful performances from Liverpool in Thursday’s win, however we had been most impressed with captain Van Dijk.
It was a close to flawless efficiency from the Dutchman, who struck an outstanding purpose and erased any attacking menace from Spurs.
Soccer pundit Jamie Carragher was also full of praise for Van Dijk, calling him the most effective defender on this planet.
The Netherlands worldwide was on the pitch for 87 minutes and in that point, he had an unbelievable 76 touches. He accomplished 65 of his 70 passes (93%) and received all his aerial duels.
The 33-year-old misplaced the ball on 5 events, however he registered two clearances, a deal with and an interception.
The skilled centre-back additionally accomplished six of his 9 lengthy balls and contributed a key cross.
Van Dijk’s future at Liverpool has been a supply of hypothesis, as his present contract will run out in June.
Current reviews steered he had agreed a brand new deal at Anfield, however he dismissed that following the 4-0 win in opposition to Tottenham.
He informed Sky Sports: “What the longer term brings I do not know.
“Anyone who says they comprehend it – they’re improper.”
Van Dijk has been a key participant for the Reds since becoming a member of the membership in January 2018.
Since his arrival, he has remodeled 300 appearances throughout all competitions, with 26 objectives and 13 assists to his title.
Stats from Sofascore
