Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo Shine in Netherlands’ Victory: Liverpool Fans Rejoice
Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo delivered impressive performances for the Netherlands in their recent 5-2 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Gravenberch, who has had a promising start to the season, earned his third senior cap and played the full 90 minutes. Gakpo, on the other hand, scored his first goal of the season and continued his strong form for the Dutch side.
Gravenberch’s form for Liverpool has been rewarded with a starting spot alongside the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Gakpo. Playing in a slightly more advanced role in a midfield double-pivot, Gravenberch showcased his confidence and ability throughout the game. According to Football-Oranje.com, he was hailed as “a man in top form” and received a rating of 7.5-out-of-10 from Voetbal Zone.
In the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, Gravenberch excelled in various aspects of the game. He finished with the most successful dribbles, interceptions, and recoveries, while also creating two chances. His performance caught the attention of Liverpool fans, who took to social media to express their excitement. The official Watch LFC Twitter account tweeted, “Ryan Gravenberch vs Bosnia. Liverpool fans rejoice. We have one of the best performing midfielders in Europe this season.”
Gakpo, too, had an impactful performance, scoring the Netherlands’ third goal of the evening with a close-range finish. His goal was set up by a line-breaking pass from Gravenberch, highlighting the synergy between the two players. This goal marked Gakpo’s fourth in his last seven international appearances.
While the Netherlands secured a comfortable victory, there were some criticisms of their defense, with Van Dijk and Matthijs de Ligt occasionally being pulled out of position. However, the focus remained on the impressive contributions of Gravenberch and Gakpo.
Liverpool fans will be relieved to know that their Dutch trio emerged unscathed from the match. The hope now is that they will remain injury-free for their final game of the international break against Germany.
In addition to Gravenberch and Gakpo, Liverpool’s Kostas Tsimikas also had a notable performance for Greece in their 3-0 win over Finland. Although Tsimikas may not officially be credited with an assist due to their second goal being recorded as an own goal, his contribution was vital to the team’s success.
On the other hand, Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai had a tough outing as Hungary suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat against Germany. Despite the defeat, both Szoboszlai and Tsimikas played the full 90 minutes.
Overall, Liverpool fans have reasons to be excited about the performances of their players on the international stage. Gravenberch and Gakpo have showcased their talent and contributed significantly to their national team’s success. As the season progresses, Liverpool will be eager to see these players continue their impressive form and bring their newfound confidence back to the club.