Anfield Watch
·4 November 2024
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·4 November 2024
During the peak of Jurgen Klopp's time at Liverpool, the iconic trio of Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino, and Sadio Mané drove the Reds to incredible heights.
While Salah and Mané often stole the spotlight for their prolific scoring, Firmino was certainly an orchestrator behind one of the most effective front threes in football history.
The Brazilian tirelessly played the role of a "false nine," creating opportunities for his teammates with clever passes and winning crucial duels, all while occasionally finishing chances himself—earning deserved recognition for his unselfish efforts.
With Firmino’s departure to Al-Ahli in 2023, his playing style has been difficult to replicate. However, Liverpool may have found a player with the qualities to step into the Brazilian's shoes.