Fabinho after the 1-0 win over Brighton
Liverpool were in a bit of a pickle regarding their defensive line-up as Virgil van Dijk was suspended against Bayern Munich.
The Dutch defender has been excellent this season, and our problems were increased with Dejan Lovren and Joe Gomez out injured.
That meant Fabinho had to play as a centre-back again, and this would have been a big test going up against Robert Lewandowski.
However, the Brazilian did an admirable job and even had a couple of crucial tackles to keep the Polish striker from getting a shot off.
The Brazilian has played at the back earlier in his career, but it speaks volumes of his ability to switch positions comfortably.
There is no doubt Jurgen Klopp would have worked with Fabinho during the Marbella break, but this was still an impressive showing against one of the best in the world.
Serge Gnabry and Kingsley Coman weren’t at their best which reduced the service to Lewandowski.
Fortunately, Van Dijk will be back for the second leg and we might have more options at the back too.
Matip did a great job alongside the Brazilian and many Liverpool supporters praised the efforts of Fabinho after the 0-0 draw.
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