Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson delivered an outstanding performance and set a new record during Arne Slot’s side’s 1-0 victory in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against PSG.
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At 32, Alisson amazed fans and PSG attackers with his resolute display before second-half substitute Harvey Elliott scored a late winner, giving Liverpool the advantage ahead of next Tuesday’s second leg at Anfield. ..Continue Reading
The home side registered 27 shots, including ten on target, while the visitors had only two shots—one on target—which led to their unexpected lead with just three minutes remaining.
Following the match, pundits, players, and media were quick to attribute Liverpool’s victory to Alisson’s heroics, including praise from his manager Slot.
“I have had some very good players as a manager but never the best goalkeeper in the world until now,” said Slot.
“He showed that he is the best in the world today. To go away with a win here was probably a bit more than we deserved.”
Former Manchester United shot-stopper Peter Schmeichel said: “I think this is one of the best goalkeeping displays I’ve ever seen in my life.”
After the match, a stat shared on social media by WhoScored.com encapsulated Alisson’s performance in Paris.
The outlet reported that Alisson made 10 saves, prevented 2.26 goals, and completed 11 recoveries. Additionally, he now holds the record for the most clean sheets for Liverpool in the Champions League with 22.
In contrast, PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma made no saves during the match.
PSG manager Luis Enrique praised Alisson, calling him Liverpool’s “best player” and describing his performance as “magnificent” after the final whistle.
“We deserved more,” said Enrique.
“Their best player was their goalkeeper – he was magnificent today. Today wasn’t a game based on the stats or the details.
“We were far superior. We didn’t allow Liverpool to play. They were better than us for the first five minutes but, apart from that, it was us on top.”
Liverpool will return to Premier League action on Saturday when they play hosts to Southampton at Anfield.
