Rousing The Kop readers debate Liverpool's best player during huge Everton win
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It was not a perfect performance from Arne Slot’s side and there were moments when Everton looked capable of taking something from the game, but Liverpool beat Everton right at the death, securing what could be a huge result in the context of the run-in.As ever after a big result, Rousing The Kop readers have been having their say on TalkingPoints, debating who stood out most at Anfield and what the victory could mean for Liverpool’s hopes of ending the season on a positive note. Are Liverpool making the right call by sticking with Arne Slot? 🤔 What does he need to do to get the fans and players back on side?Credit: Stuart Franklin/UEFA/Getty Images Liverpool fans split on standout player as Everton win boosts beliefThe results of the player poll showed just how tight the debate was.
One fan said: “Shout out to Gakpo, thought he did well. Great result that we probably didn’t deserve.”Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty ImagesA third fan also singled Gakpo out, saying: “Gakpo had a good game, had to get him in over Rio.” Meanwhile, another fan kept it simple on Jones, writing: “Jones was brilliant.”The conversation then turned to what the result could mean for Liverpool in the table.
I know it won’t mean much to finish there instead of, say, sixth, but if we can still finish above United then we’ve at least recovered well.”Another supporter felt there is still plenty to play for, adding: “I think we’ll be absolutely fine. One fan wrote: “Fifth secured, not that it’s much to get excited about but still.” Another added: “Still time for a positive end to the season if we can take points off United and Villa, a big if.” One supporter even went a step further, claiming: “I think this result just secured Champions League football.”READ MORE: How many points Liverpool need to secure Champions League football as Chelsea fall further behindJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox