Van Dijk Feeling Lucky Teamed With Firmino
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk feels very fortunate to play with Roberto Firmino. In the eyes, the Brazilian has phenomenal abilities.
"Firmino is a very important player for us. I know how difficult it is for a defender when an attacker moves wildly and he makes life more difficult for any defender in the world," Van Dijk said at Soccerway.
Liverpool won 3-1 against Newcastle United in the Premier League match at Anfield on Saturday (09/14/19) night. In the game, Firmino starts the game from the bench.
Director Jürgen Klopp wants to rest the player before the Champions League match against Napoli. However, the former player from Hoffenheim finally played Klopp 37 minutes.
He came on for Divock Origi's injury. Firmino's presence provides a very positive impact on the host. He played a major role in the second and third goals for Liverpool and printed Sadio Mané Mohamed Salah.
"Firmino is very good and I am very happy that he is in my team," Van Dijk said.
Firmino has defended Liverpool in seven matches this season. He also contributed two goals and four assists.
As for Liverpool comfortably perched at the top of the Premier League standings. The Reds collected 15 points, five matches.
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