Curtis Jones, the new father, enjoyed sleeping in the spare room when he led Liverpool to their biggest victory under Arne Slot.
Jones, who became a father for the first time a week ago, took over in Alexis Mac Allister’s absence and dominated Chelsea in both boxes as Liverpool won 2-1 at Anfield to maintain their lead in the table.
The 23-year-old not only earned a penalty and scored the game-winning goal, but he also made a goal-saving block to limit Blues star Cole Palmer’s influence.Since replacing Jurgen Klopp, Slot has now won ten of the last eleven games throughout all competitions. The Dutchman, who was booked yesterday for arguing for a second penalty, is still one point ahead of Manchester City, who defeated Wolves in a thrilling match earlier in the day.
Jones’ man-of-the-match display brought an unforgettable few days to an end for the Merseysider.It’s the greatest thing ever; I’ve been a dad for a week. She’s a little dream, but I reasoned that it would be best if I spent the game in the spare room!
“You need to contribute goals, assists, and get back if you want to play for this team.”I made the run as soon as Mo (Salah) got the ball. I needed to touch it because it bounced, but happily it went in for the goal.
Levi Colwell of Chelsea was taken aback when Salah’s attack on Jones resulted in a penalty.
I ran after playing the ball. I never go diving. Jones said, “I felt contact,” when VAR reversed another penalty.
Slot was just as happy with Jones’s playmaking against Palmer as he was with his offensive prowess and the comprehensive midfield display Anfield was used to seeing from Steven Gerrard.”Curtis played a great game.” The Reds manager remarked, “He had a difficult job to control Cole Palmer, who is an incredible player, but he did it for most of the game.”
“When you combine that with the goal and the penalties he took, it’s clear he made an impact on both ends.”