The whole back four runs to Alisson after his match winning assist to Salah

Liverpool enjoyed a very important victory over Manchester City and the importance of Alisson Becker’s assist for the winning goal was not lost on the back four.

Replays of Mo Salah’s finisher showed James Milner, Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk and Andy Robertson turning to run at our number 1 after his brilliant kick to the Egyptian king.

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It is not the first time that the Brazilian has proved vital as an attacking outlet for the Reds and his vision and delivery was excellent against Pep Guardiola’s side.

Who knows how vital that pass could prove to be, but there’s no doubt it was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone inside Anfield on a brilliant night.

You can watch Alisson’s pass and the defense’s celebrations via Streamable:

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