Neco Williams is being linked with a summer exit away from Liverpool, but that did not stop him starring for Wales – earning a 10/10 rating from Welsh media. Wales beat Ukraine to book their place at the 2022 World Cup.
The goal came in the first half of rain-soaked Cardiff City Stadium, as Gareth Bale’s free-kick was inadvertently headed into his own net by Andriy Yarmolenko. It proved to be the only goal of the game.
That is, despite numerous chances for both sides. Ukraine were probably the better side but that famous Welsh spirit played its part, with the likes of Ben Davies, Joe Rodon and Wayne Hennessey making crucial blocks throughout.
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Lady luck shined on Wales against a side that have been excellent in qualifying, in Ukraine. It is sad to see Ukraine exit given their ongoing pain and suffering, but Wales book their place in the World Cup for the first time since 1958.
Williams, 21, was superb. His 20th cap, the defender lined-up on the left of a 3-4-3 system. He was up and down, he was tenacious, he played his part defensively and in the final third. Wales Online gave him 10/10:
“Covered every blade of grass. Constant thorn in the Ukraine defence, and a bully defensively. Marvellous intervention to deny Yaremchuk. He’s not had many better games for Wales. A special performance from a special player.”
Liverpool star Williams gets 10/10 for Wales display against Ukraine
Liverpool have a real talent on their hands – but also a problem. He is never going to overtake Trent Alexander-Arnold or Andy Robertson. But he is too good to simply sit there and be happy as back-up.
Especially, with the World Cup coming. He needs to join a side where he is a regular, a club in the Premier League. A permanent move to Fulham has got to be an option. Reports say the £10million man wants to join Fulham.
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