Darwin Núñez’s performance against Burnley will be remembered for his goal, but it was his role in the other area that caught the attention of one expert.
As Neil Mellor noted on LFCTV’s ‘Review Show’: “I think he stops the tie there, he positions himself there to get a vital block, there’s a Burnley player coming in at the far post and that could have been an equalizing goal.” .
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The role of our number 9 should not be underestimated and it is fantastic to see his performances recognised.
Given his size and skill, we would all like to see the Uruguayan have more of a presence in both boxes and perhaps this moment can give him the confidence to do so.
You can see Mellor on the Núñez block (from 6:55 p.m.) via LFCTV GO:
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