"The Premier League champions could have easily been down by two or three goals, had it not been for an exceptional performance from Alisson Becker. The Liverpool goalkeeper has been outstanding, and he has kept the visitors in the game. However, it has been a very disappointing defensive performance from Ibrahima Konate. The French International has struggled against Jean-Philippe Mateta."
"Jean-Philippe Mateta is giving Ibrahima Konate a nightmare. Konate is making Mateta look world-class. Van Dijk also can't get near him."
"Konate has not been able to hit top form this season amid links of an exit. The defender will know that he has not been at his best, and it will be interesting to see if he manages to improve in the second half. Liverpool will need to tighten up at the back if they want to get something out of this contest. Crystal Palace have found it easy to get behind the Liverpool defence and create opportunities consistently."
Liverpool trail Crystal Palace 1-0 after an early Ismaila Sarr goal. Alisson Becker produced exceptional saves that prevented a larger deficit, keeping Liverpool competitive. Ibrahima Konate has struggled defensively, particularly against Jean-Philippe Mateta, and has delivered below-par performances amid transfer exit links. Martin Keown criticized Konate, saying Mateta is giving him a nightmare and making others look ineffective. Liverpool need to tighten their backline in the second half as Palace have consistently created chances by getting behind the defence. Arne Slot will demand significant improvement from his players to salvage a result.
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