Wright’s Advice to Unbenchable Liverpool Star: A Must-Read
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has offered his advice to Liverpool center-forward Darwin Nunez, insisting that he would “never take him off” the pitch. Known for his consistent opinions, Wright shared his thoughts on Nunez’s performance during Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Manchester City.
Wright, who is preparing to leave his role on Match of the Day at the end of the season, recently appeared on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football ahead of the Chelsea vs. Newcastle match. During the segment, he discussed Liverpool’s recent match against Manchester City and expressed his admiration for Nunez, whom he described as a “closet Liverpool fan.”
Analyzing Nunez’s performance, Wright explained that he noticed a change in the player’s demeanor when his runs were not immediately met with a pass. He suggested that Nunez would become dispirited in those situations. However, Wright emphasized that he would never take Nunez off the field, especially at Anfield.
Instead, Wright proposed tightening up Nunez’s game in those situations and recommended watching videos to show him what he is capable of. He also suggested that Nunez should speak to Harvey Elliott, another Liverpool player, and advise him to pass the ball to Nunez without even needing to look. Wright shared that he used to give this advice to all players, emphasizing the importance of putting the ball in a specific area where Nunez could make his moves.
Wright believes that by doing so, Nunez would create uncertainty in the minds of opposing players, allowing him to feint and then start playing with his teammates. This strategy would make Nunez a formidable force on the field.
Interestingly, Nunez was replaced by Cody Gakpo in the 76th minute during the match against Manchester City. However, this substitution did not yield the desired results, indicating the impact Nunez has on the Liverpool team.
As Ian Wright prepares to leave his role on Match of the Day, his insights and advice for Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez have become a must-read for fans and pundits alike. With his wealth of experience as a former Premier League striker, Wright’s guidance could prove invaluable to Nunez’s development on the pitch. As Liverpool continues to navigate the challenges of the season, all eyes will be on Nunez to see how he incorporates Wright’s advice and takes his game to new heights.