Robertson put to rest the doubters who had pointed fingers at his performance against Arsenal at the tail end of October, building on his stellar showing for Liverpool against Villa. The Scotland captain said he had slept and promised to play better; he delivered in these games.
Under new head coach Arne Slot, Liverpool have won 15 of their 17 games this season in all competitions. Slot has the Reds playing a more controlled and balanced approach, which has shocked their toughest detractors and thrilled the Kopites.Since last season, when Kostas Tsimikas and Robertson both battled persistent injuries and inconsistent performances, the left back position has been fraught with uncertainty. Nonetheless, there has been a marked improvement from both players, with Robertson particularly noteworthy in the match against Villa prior to the November international break.
Robertson showed remarkable poise and effectiveness with the ball against Croatia, finishing 77 of his passes for 91% completion. He stretched the defense with two pinpoint long balls and one crucial pass that set up Scotland’s assaults. All of these things he did from the left side of the field demonstrated his vision and skill.
Robertson was unyielding defensively, earning a victory in one of his three ground duels and a share of his two aerial duels. He demonstrated his leadership in Scotland’s defensive system by contributing eight clearances and making one vital tackle. He proved his worth to the squad once again with his ability to analyze games and make timely interventions.
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Robertson’s performance, particularly in pivotal matches, exemplifies his mental toughness and ability to respond positively under duress. For club and nation, the Scotsman’s combination of defensive prowess and offensive skills is priceless. Robertson has proven time and again that he is one of the best left backs in the game, even when the going gets tough.