Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has taken the blame for Arsenal's second goal against Liverpool in the crucial Premier League game on Sunday, February 4.
Gabriel Martinelli capitalized on Liverpool's blunder due to poor communication between Van Dijk and goalkeeper Alisson to fire Arsenal ahead with a beautiful goal.
After the 3-1 loss to Arsenal, the Liverpool captain said, "It's been a very tough day. I take full responsibility for Martinelli’s goal, as that was a turning point in the match and I should have done better."
"It’s a split decision, and I chose to let the ball bounce, try, and put my body in between. Alisson touched me a little bit, and that’s why he couldn’t clear it properly."
“It hurts, and it hurts for the rest of the team, but especially for me. It was a big turning point. These things have not happened too many times in my career, but I will recover as I learn from things that don’t go well.”
Alisson also committed a blunder to give Arsenal their third goal of the game through the boots of Leandro Trossard.
The Gunners are currently two points behind Liverpool in the Premier League table. Arsenal are back to the title race after recording three wins from their last three matches.
However, Manchester City are likely to move to the top of the Premier League table if they win their two games in hand.
Manchester City Premier League game against Liverpool at Anfield on March 9, 2024, might be a title decider if City win their games in hand.
How Many Errors Leading to Goals Has Virgil Van Dijk Committed Since Moving to the Premier League?
The Dutch defender has made five errors leading to a goal in the Premier League.
As of the 2018–19 season, Van Dijk made three mistakes leading to a goal. It was revealed that no other defender made those numbers of errors that same season.
The defender made an error that led to a goal against Arsenal in the Premier League this season.
Despite his blunder at the back, he remains the most important player in the Liverpool squad and he had made a vow that what happened against Arsenal would never happen again.
Virgil Van Dijk Stats
The defender made 513 appearances, scoring 51 goals and creating 26 assists in all club competitions. The Dutchman had also received 51 yellow cards and six red cards so far in his career.
Out of the 51 goals scored, 21 were for Liverpool, 15 for Celtic, eight for Southampton, and seven for FC Groningen.
The defender made his debut for his national team, the Netherlands, on October 15, 2015. He currently has seven goals in 64 appearances for his national team.
What do you think about Van Dijk's statement about the error leading to Arsenal's second goal? Air your views in the comments section.
Gabriel Martinelli capitalized on Liverpool's blunder due to poor communication between Van Dijk and goalkeeper Alisson to fire Arsenal ahead with a beautiful goal.
After the 3-1 loss to Arsenal, the Liverpool captain said, "It's been a very tough day. I take full responsibility for Martinelli’s goal, as that was a turning point in the match and I should have done better."
"It’s a split decision, and I chose to let the ball bounce, try, and put my body in between. Alisson touched me a little bit, and that’s why he couldn’t clear it properly."
“It hurts, and it hurts for the rest of the team, but especially for me. It was a big turning point. These things have not happened too many times in my career, but I will recover as I learn from things that don’t go well.”
Alisson also committed a blunder to give Arsenal their third goal of the game through the boots of Leandro Trossard.
The Gunners are currently two points behind Liverpool in the Premier League table. Arsenal are back to the title race after recording three wins from their last three matches.
However, Manchester City are likely to move to the top of the Premier League table if they win their two games in hand.
Manchester City Premier League game against Liverpool at Anfield on March 9, 2024, might be a title decider if City win their games in hand.
How Many Errors Leading to Goals Has Virgil Van Dijk Committed Since Moving to the Premier League?
The Dutch defender has made five errors leading to a goal in the Premier League.
As of the 2018–19 season, Van Dijk made three mistakes leading to a goal. It was revealed that no other defender made those numbers of errors that same season.
The defender made an error that led to a goal against Arsenal in the Premier League this season.
Despite his blunder at the back, he remains the most important player in the Liverpool squad and he had made a vow that what happened against Arsenal would never happen again.
Virgil Van Dijk Stats
The defender made 513 appearances, scoring 51 goals and creating 26 assists in all club competitions. The Dutchman had also received 51 yellow cards and six red cards so far in his career.
Out of the 51 goals scored, 21 were for Liverpool, 15 for Celtic, eight for Southampton, and seven for FC Groningen.
The defender made his debut for his national team, the Netherlands, on October 15, 2015. He currently has seven goals in 64 appearances for his national team.
What do you think about Van Dijk's statement about the error leading to Arsenal's second goal? Air your views in the comments section.