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'Running the Game' - Liverpool fans single one player out for praise during first half of Villarreal stalemate


Liverpool are currently being held to a 0-0 draw by European specialist Unai Emery and his Villarreal side at Anfield.

The Reds have had the vast majority of the ball, but haven't created enough against a stubborn La Liga side who have already managed to knock out Juventus and Bayern Munich on their route to the semi-finals of the Champions League.

And, with a trip to Spain to come in six days' time, it feels as though Klopp's side need to take a lead into the return leg.

Diaz praised by Liverpool faithful

But, in what was ultimately a frustrating first half for Jurgen Klopp's side, the Liverpool faithful nevertheless singled out one man for praise for a stellar performance. The player in question? January addition Luis Diaz.

The Colombian looked a live wire, and managed two shots on target in the first half alone, more than any other player. And the Liverpool fans were quick to show their appreciation:

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Ben Browning

Ben Browning

Football writer and analyst. Long-time writer of all things Arsenal and avid watcher of European football. Happy to discuss all things football over on Twitter.


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