Too many Liverpool players yet again underwhelmed as they limped to a 1-1 draw with a woefully out of form Tottenham.
Liverpool 1-1 Tottenham
Premier League (30) | Anfield
March 15, 2026
Goals: Szoboszlai 18′; Richarlison 90′
Alisson – 7 (out of 10)
Back in the team after injury, Alisson made a good save to deny Souza, then thwarted Richarlison three times, making his presence clear.
Even dummied Richarlison at one point, which the crowd enjoyed, but couldn’t keep out his goal.
This is why triggering that extra year on Ali’s contract was so vital.
Dominik Szoboszlai – 7
Liverpool’s Mr Versatile returned to right-back and was a standout player again.
He hit his fourth direct free-kick in the league this season, although the Spurs ‘keeper wasn’t exactly great.
The Hungarian was always looking to bring creativity and drive but faded a little, which is understandable given the amount of minutes he’s clocked this season.
Joe Gomez – 5
With former teammate Joel Matip watching on at Anfield, Gomez produced a disappointing showing alongside Van Dijk.
Not a huge amount was asked of him, but there was a tentativeness about him that spread panic at times.
Awful positioning for Richarlison’s equaliser.
Virgil van Dijk – 7
Van Dijk was strong aerially at both ends, winning three aerial duels and doing little wrong in his all-round game.
There were occasional lapses, but he will feel badly let down by others, as has been the case for much of this season.
Like Szoboszlai, he’s clearly being overplayed and it’s showing.
Andy Robertson – 6
Robertson was largely solid but he did nowhere near enough in the lead-up to the equaliser.
One chest of the ball back to Alisson summed up his experience, but he’s not the player of old.
Ryan Gravenberch – 6
Gravenberch was improved here but the Reds lost control as the game went on, though, which doesn’t reflect too well on him.
Is he being asked to be more defensive? Because he doesn’t play that way. There’s so much space in the middle.
Alexis Mac Allister – 5
This was again disappointing from Mac Allister, but he won the free-kick that Szoboszlai scored from after a good run.
There was some purpose to his passing but, once again, his lack of legs was an issue as the game went on.
Becoming a real problem player, for all his undoubted effort.
Florian Wirtz – 6
Wirtz was fairly quiet at Anfield but he produced an intelligent performance in the No. 10 role.
He found pockets of space and picked the right final ball, linking well with Ngumoha on a number of occasions.
More still needed, given the price tag.
Jeremie Frimpong – 6
Frimpong was a constant outlet with his pace, but he was guilty of being one-dimensional.
Djed Spence often got the better of him in one-on-one situations, but he teed up Ngumoha after a good run and drilled cross.
Rio Ngumoha – 8 (Man of the Match)
What a talent this lad is!
On his first Premier League start, the 17-year-old was the bright light, showing quick feet and looking like Liverpool’s most dangerous player.
The final ball wasn’t always perfect, which is only natural, but there was so much to admire about his display.
Bent an effort wide and produced an outrageous piece of skill to find Wirtz, prior to being given a standing ovation after being replaced.
Cody Gakpo – 7
Gakpo started at centre forward and did well, barring one horrible shot early on.
The Dutchman worked hard, trying to lead the press, and he hit the post with a decent strike that was kept out by Guglielmo Vicario.
The fans appreciated his effort, even if there were some poor moments.
Overall Team Performance: 5
Substitutes
Curtis Jones (on for Wirtz, 64′) – 6
Too slow and negative on the ball, which left the crowd frustrated. He isn’t a No. 10.
Mohamed Salah (on for Frimpong, 64′) – 7
Not perfect, but a lively cameo and created a good opportunity.
Hugo Ekitike (on for Ngumoha, 64′) – 6
Should have added fresh legs but looked far from it.
Trey Nyoni (on for Gakpo, 83′) – n/a
Federico Chiesa (on for Mac Allister, 90+2′) – n/a
Subs not used: Mamardashvili, Konate, Kerkez, Ramsay
Arne Slot – 5
After a woeful night against Galatasaray, all eyes were on Slot and how his team would respond.
He, and they, did not.
This was yet another unconvincing day for Liverpool against the worst team in the league, who were without a win in 11 and couldn’t even name a full squad.
Slot’s pre-match and in-match changes didn’t really work, with the same issues again. The only goal being an “individual moment of brilliance” and very little created from open play yet again.
Failure to progress past Galatasaray on Wednesday would surely be another step towards what now feels like an inevitable way this all ends for the Dutchman.
Boos at full time, tickets readily available on the day of the game, the fans aren’t exactly enthused.