Liverpool player ratings, winners and losers vs Man City as Ekitike and Konate struggle

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Nico Gonzalez added a second just before the break, and then Jeremy Doku, the game's outstanding performer scored a sublime goal from distance in the 63rd minute. It was his error that led to City's early penalty, as he clumsily cleared the ball off Doku, and the defender lost his aerial duel against Haaland, which resulted in City's 29th-minute opener.

He also failed to close Doku down for City's third goal. City's second goal deflected into the net from a lazy Van Dijk leg that was dangled out, giving Mamardashvili no chance in the away goal.

The midfielder's usual passing range was lacking, but he improved in the second period and provided more of his surging runs. Another that wasn't at his best and struggled to deal with the intensity of City's midfield.