This season, Luis Diaz has faced some backlash due to his alleged incapacity to have a more noticeable impact on games.
Nonetheless, with the Colombian playing like a man reborn in the attacking line these past few weeks, there will undoubtedly be few ready to put their name behind such criticism.
Early in the first half, the 27-year-old gave the Reds the lead with a strong performance; as of this writing, the Merseysiders are currently leading their Carabao Cup semi-final second leg match against Fulham.
Oh my god… Come the final whistle, Marco Silva’s team will undoubtedly be tired of seeing the former FC Porto player!
According to numbers gathered by Sofascore, Diaz has completely worn out the hosts, making three crucial passes, winning six of nine ground duels, and successfully finishing all three of his dribbles.
We have games against Chelsea and Arsenal in January and February, so if he can continue this form into those dates, we will undoubtedly be in a better position when Mo Salah and Wataru Endo return to the team.