Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius started against West Brom.
Liverpool’s Loris Karius warms up
Liverpool picked up another victory in the Premier League on Saturday evening as they beat West Bromwich Albion 2-1 at Anfield.
The Reds took a first half lead as Sadio Mane converted Roberto Firmino’s cross to finish off a flowing move, before Philippe Coutinho cut inside from the left to drive home a second.
Liverpool’s Loris Karius
West Brom did pull a goal back in the second half, as Gareth McAuley converted from a corner to deny Liverpool top spot in the Premier League table.
A two-goal victory would’ve seen Liverpool go top, but that late consolation for West Brom prevented Klopp’s men from moving to top spot.
Once again, there was plenty of criticism for goalkeeper Loris Karius, who has endured a shaky start to his Liverpool career.
Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp with Loris Karius
The German goalkeeper, 23, joined Liverpool from Mainz over the summer, and after an injury lay-off for the first few weeks of the season, he has now displaced Simon Mignolet as Klopp’s first-choice goalkeeper.
So far though, Karius has been susceptible on crosses and sometimes unconvincing with the ball at his feet, prompting a split of opinions from Liverpool fans.
Liverpool’s Loris Karius
Some fans suggested that Mignolet should be recalled as Karius is costing Liverpool goals, with many believing that the Reds need a more commanding goalkeeper between the sticks.
However, others believe that Karius deserves time to prove himself, with some comparing him to Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, who endured a similarly disappointing first season in England before turning into one of the world’s best.
Here are some of the reactions from Liverpool fans after Karius’ performance against West Brom…
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