Alisson – 7
Alisson made crucial saves, including a strong stop against Jarrod Bowen and a spectacular tip against Kudus. However, he was left wrong-footed for Robertson’s own goal.
Conor Bradley – 7
Conor Bradley provided a capable display, linking well with Salah and nearly scoring with a deflected effort. He showed promise as a potential long-term replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Ibrahima Konate – 5
Konate struggled in the second half, getting caught out a couple of times and straying into midfield. Alisson bailed him out on one occasion.
Virgil van Dijk – 6
Van Dijk had a mixed display, struggling in the second half before heading home the winner in the 90th minute. His clearance inadvertently led to an own goal.
Kostas Tsimikas – 6
Tsimikas delivered dangerous crosses, but was substituted before the hour to inject fresh energy into the team.
Ryan Gravenberch – 6
Gravenberch showed glimpses of his defensive abilities, but West Ham often found space in midfield.
Alexis Mac Allister – 6
Mac Allister played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s brightest moments, striking the post in the first half. He struggled as West Ham grew into the game.
Curtis Jones – 7
Jones was tenacious in midfield, crucial to Liverpool’s dominance in the first half. His influence waned in the second period.
Mohamed Salah – 8
Salah produced an excellent performance, creating numerous opportunities and providing a wonderful cross-field pass for Diaz.
Luis Diaz – 8
Diaz converted the decisive goal and had the better of Aaron Wan-Bissaka throughout the game.
Diogo Jota – 6
Jota had little impact before being substituted before the hour, highlighting the need for improvement in the center-forward position.
Substitutes: Andy Robertson – 5 Cody Gakpo – 5 Jarell Quansah – 6 Dominik Szoboszlai – 6
