Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott lauded the finishing prowess of Darwin Nunez as he delivered another match-winning performance against Sparta Praha
Harvey Elliot praised Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez for his incredible finishing ability after his performance against Sparta Praha on Thursday. Liverpool beat Sparta 1-5 in the Europa League round of 16 away tie to put themselves in a strong position.
Nunez returned from injury against Nottingham Forest that made him miss three matches including the Carabao Cup final. The Uruguay international scored the 99th-minute winner against Forest to help the Reds win the Premier League clash.
He started the game against Sparta on Thursday and helped his club secure an important away victory. Darwin scored his first goal in the 25th minute after Elliott fed him the ball on the left channel. The 24-year-old cut inside to unleash a sublime technical shot from 30 yards to score the second goal for Liverpool.
He added another goal in the extra time of the first half after Alexis Mac Allister delivered a cross-field pass. Nunez scored a fantastic volley to beat the goalkeeper and register the third goal for the Reds.
The Uruguayan has 16 goals and 11 assists in all competitions from 39 appearances this season. Nunez faced criticism for his finishing yet he has continued to contribute significantly in goals and assists for the team.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com after the Sparta game, Elliott highlighted the impressive clinical finishing from Nunez to win the game. He said:
“He is a very clinical striker and if you put him in half-positions and half-chances he is more than likely going to take them. Today was another example of that. I’m over the moon for him and it’s great for him since he’s come back from injury.”
Darwin Núñez won the ball back in his own half to start the counter attack and finished it off with a worldie from outside the box
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Elliott has been a pivotal part of the team under Jurgen Klopp as the Reds face a serious injury crisis. He has put in continuous shifts during this period, helping the club continue their strong run of form.
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The team’s cohesiveness and selfless hard work for each other have helped them continuously challenge for the quadruple. Both players have an important role to play for Liverpool as we head towards the final stages of the season. Liverpool will play Manchester City next in the Premier League clash that could shape the title race.
