Liverpool’s Premier League opener against Fulham didn’t go to plan, but things could have been much worse without the contributions of Darwin Nunez, who impressed once again.
Liverpool’s £85 million summer signing came off the bench with his team trailing 1-0, before levelling the score and setting up Mohamed Salah for the Reds’ second equaliser.
Aside from Nunez’s cameo, it was an otherwise underwhelming Liverpool performance, who have now failed to beat Fulham in their last three league meetings.
Here’s how the media assessed Liverpool’s 2-2 draw at Craven Cottage.
”A goal and an assist – of sorts – in both, Nunez couldn’t have done more from the bench in his opening two games. Firmino’s starting position is already looking precarious.
“Liverpool weren’t prepared for this afternoon. But, as Klopp said before the game, Nunez is ready for the Premier League. The Reds can’t keep him on the bench for much longer.”
GOAL‘s Neil Jones believes the Uruguayan still has some adjusting to do, but his potential is there for all to see.
“His ability to create chaos in and around the penalty area is already clear.
“He can tidy himself up, for sure, and will need time to read his team-mates’ moves and tendencies, but Nunez’s potential is huge.
“Liverpool needed him here.”
The Independent‘s Miguel Delaney pointed out how Nunez’s introduction also brought joy for Salah.
“In contrast to Firmino often disappearing and appearing into space, Nunez offered a gravitational pull all of his own.
“He attracted the ball every time, but also three Fulham defenders. That had the multiplying effect of also freeing Salah, which was were that equaliser came from.”
There was also praise from a certain Match of the Day presenter, who’s in no doubt the Uruguayan will score plenty of goals for the Reds
Nunez saved the day, now he must be trusted from the start
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