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Darwin Nunez has faced almost constant criticism since joining Liverpool. Severe scrutiny is the price to pay when playing for one of the world's biggest football clubs, and he did himself no favours by being sent off in his first start in England. Much of the ridicule of Nunez’s performances stems from him missing big chances in big moments. An optimist would point out that at least he was in the right place, that the opportunity would not have occurred without his pace and movement.

leads the way for Liverpool this season, with 13 in all competitions, ahead of on nine.



Nunez is averaging 0.33 expected assists per 90 minutes, a mark no Liverpool player with at least as much playing time can match.



At present, only Bruno Fernandes (0.35 xA per 90) and Kevin De Bruyne (0.51) are ahead of Nunez in the standings.