Liverpool kicked off their new Premier League season with a 2-0 victory over Ipswich, with Mohamed Salah stealing the show. Despite a slow start, Salah came alive in the second half, assisting Diogo Jota and scoring a goal himself to secure the win. His performance earned him the highest player rating of the afternoon, with an impressive score of 8.2.
Salah’s impact on the game was recognized by various sources. The Liverpool Echo’s Ian Doyle highlighted how Salah “cut loose after half-time,” taking advantage of Ipswich’s tired defense. Richard Mills of GOAL praised Salah as Liverpool’s most dangerous attacker and emphasized his role as the team’s transition focal point.
Jota also had an excellent performance, earning a player rating of 7.7. TIA’s Henry Jackson described him as a “pest for Ipswich’s defense” and hailed him as a “gem of a player.” Jota’s ability to stay fit throughout the season will be crucial for Liverpool’s success.
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ryan Gravenberch completed the top three player ratings, both scoring 7.6. Alexander-Arnold’s key pass to Salah before Jota’s goal was praised by Doyle, while Gravenberch impressed with his defensive actions, making a total of eight throughout the game.
Not all players had a stellar performance, as Jarell Quansah and Andy Robertson received the lowest player ratings of 6.3. Quansah was substituted at halftime, and Jackson criticized Robertson for being “miles off it to begin with.”
Looking ahead, Liverpool’s next game will be a home Premier League clash against Brentford. The team will aim to build on their strong start and continue their winning streak.