5 key takeaways from Liverpool’s 4-0 preseason win over Leicester

Liverpool beat Leicester 4-0 in a resounding victory to begin their preseason games in Singapore.

The Reds were determined to win this morning from the start, and Jurgen Klopp’s starting lineup did just that by scoring three beautifully-crafted goals before halftime. These goals came from the likes of hotshot Darwin Nunez, Bobby Clark, who scored his first senior goal, and the dependable Diogo Jota, who finished with aplomb.

The second-half lineup continued Liverpool’s winning ways predictably, and Ben Doak added his first senior goal to the Reds’ 4-0 victory.

Here are the five most important talking points from this morning’s game, which our forwards dominated and in which the defense earned their first clean sheet of the preseason.

MAC ALLISTER IS A BARGAIN

In a midfield three with Bobby Clark and Curtis Jones, Liverpool’s new Argentinian wizard started once more for the Reds against Leicester. For only £35 million, this player is an absolute steal.

Mac Allister was the star of the first half despite neither scoring nor providing a direct assist. Our new number 10 has it all, including the ability to turn under pressure, deft touches, and an eye for a through ball.

Liverpool’s forward line must be licking their lips at the thought of being fed by a player like Mac Allister all season after providing two pre-assists to Mo Salah (who was also, characteristically exceptional today) for both Bobby Clark and Diogo Jota’s goals.

A wonderful, sweeping finish from Bobby Clark in the first-half 😍 pic.twitter.com/uFQYeGtJXw

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 30, 2023

Although Liverpool’s new additions have received most of the attention during preseason thus far, one important lesson learned from this morning’s game is that the club’s future also appears bright as Bobby Clark and Ben Doak both scored their first senior goals in outstanding fashion.

The first of the two goals came in the opening period, when Bobby Clark beautifully curled a low shot into the bottom left corner to double Liverpool’s lead. It’s safe to say that when Mo Salah found the child just inside the 18-yard box, the opportunity was taken.

With about 20 minutes remaining in the second half, Ben Doak got his chance to participate in the scoring by scoring Liverpool’s fourth goal with an outstanding header at the back post. This ended the game.

Fans were understandably thrilled to see Doak and Clark score their first goals after the duo made a big impression during this year’s preseason campaign. If these performances are any indication, it most definitely won’t be the last time we see Doak and Clark score.

Darwin opening up the scoring in Singapore 👌 pic.twitter.com/vqw3655NjT

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 30, 2023

Darwin Nunez, Liverpool’s new number nine, is currently leading the team in terms of pure goal-scoring performance, which is exactly what supporters want to hear for a player with his price tag and expectations.

Nunez has scored four goals in three preseason games so far, and he appears to be a different player than what we saw before the summer. He has been calm, instinctive, and clinical, and many fans think his goal potential this season is extremely high.

Even though the composition of Liverpool’s strongest front-three has been hotly contested, which is understandable given the club’s abundance of attacking options, the Uruguayan’s recent play puts him in strong contention to start against Chelsea on August 13.

TRENT BACK IN DEFENSE.

Liverpool’s right-back options were limited going into the Leicester game because Conor Bradley did not accompany the rest of the team to Singapore.

Trent Alexander-Arnold was thus named in his usual position prior to kickoff, with Curtis Jones, Bobby Clark, and Alexis MacAllister occupying the midfield ahead of him.

The Scouser was once again playing in an inverted role in possession, which gave him great joy toward the end of last season, much to the delight of the crowd.

One thing is certain: Jurgen Klopp will allow Trent the freedom to play in those midfield areas as much as possible, whether or not Trent begins the season as a right-back or in the middle of the field.

This year, it’s going to be a total joy to watch Liverpool’s number 66 dismantle defense after defense.

QUANSAH IS A MAN MOUNTAIN

A brilliant block from Jarell Quansah ⛔ pic.twitter.com/DIaAr2IVpt

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 30, 2023

Jarell Quansah was by far one of the second-half standouts; he was dominant today and is almost certainly worthy of first-team minutes this season.

Although I don’t think the search should end, Quansah’s preseason performances will give Jurgen Klopp plenty to consider.
Liverpool has been widely reported to be looking for a defender before the season starts.

The 20-year-old center-back has never made a mistake, and given the injury histories of Ibrahima Konate, Joe Gomez, and Joel Matip, he will be eager to force his way into his manager’s plans.

He could be well on his way to establishing himself as a legitimate player with another strong showing against Bayern Munich the following week.