Stats reveal how the clash between Liverpool and Everton was a display of two underperforming strikers, where one of them stepped up
Stats reveal two underperforming attackers but one of them stepped up in the clash between Liverpool and Everton. The Reds were once again guilty of alarming wastefulness and awful defence as they crashed to a humiliating defeat at Goodison Park.
Liverpool’s Premier League title dreams took a blow following another humiliating defeat, this time paying a high price for poor finishing and even worse defending.
Darwin Nunez then squandered several golden chances to tie the game before Dominic Calvert-Lewin rose unmarked at the back post in the 58th minute to head in a Dwight McNeil corner and secure Everton’s first victory over their city rivals at Goodison Park since 2010.
Stats about underperforming players
According to the stats, two of the underperformers playing in the clash between Liverpool and Everton were Darwin Nunez and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. But as evident, Calvert-Lewin stepped up and made a significant effort to seal a victory for his team, unlike Nunez.
The Everton striker has been having a rough season, beginning with an early cheekbone injury. But the star has finally kicked some life into his season, ending his goalless streak in the match against Liverpool.
Nunez was brought into Liverpool by Jurgen Klopp as the striker was carrying a lot of expectations from the fans as well as the boss. But it is no secret that he has clearly failed to live up to the expectations.
A red card on his home debut set the tone for a disappointing season on Merseyside, with Liverpool finishing outside the Champions League spots. A record of one goal in 16 games to end 2023 didn’t make for exciting reading, but the 24-year-old has had a terrific start to 2024.
He had five off-target shots against Manchester United, which pretty much sums up his season. No one in the Premier League takes more shots. Nobody in the Premier League has missed more opportunities. He was terrible against Everton again.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has now scored six goals in 29 appearances while providing one assist in the Premier League for his team. Darwin Nunez has scored 11 goals in 32 appearances while providing eight assists in the League.
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Liverpool must now bounce back against West Ham on Saturday to avoid ending their last season under Klopp on a low note. Everton welcome 15th-placed Brentford, knowing they are on the verge of sealing their Premier League status.
