What Arne Slot told Darwin Nunez before match-winning Liverpool Champions League goal

Arne Slot sang the praises of Darwin Nunez after the forward delivered the goods for With the Reds maintaining their flawless European campaign, converting from close range to secure victory.

Although he's only added a handful of goals this term, this critical strike might just be the shot of confidence he needs, given the backing he receives from his manager. In a nod to the collective effort, Slot told TNT Sports, "I asked for a goal. He gave us one.

He continued by praising two of his teammates for their role, adding: "But in the lead-up to the goal, Gakpo was important and Mo with an assist. It was a team goal. It's pleasing to see that Darwin did a really good job today."

Despite Nunez’s stumbling start, Salah keeps churning out goals with ease while Diogo Jota snatches every chance to shine. However, Jota’s recent injury means the onus is now on the other attacking talent - like Luis Diaz - to make an impact, especially with Sunday’s heavyweight bout against Arsenal looming.

Diaz’s goal record is eclipsed only by Salah this season. At the helm, Slot has racked up an impressive series of wins with Liverpool, the latest European night adding to his accolades, witnessing not just a win, but also the resilience and character of his squad.

The gaffer expressed his satisfaction with the result, saying: "First of all, we're really happy for the win. We played a difficult away game against a group one game in Leipzig.

"We controlled the game in large parts apart from the last few minutes, We needed Virgil and Ibou and our goalkeeper. If we lost this place with a draw then I would've felt we lost something."

He also praised Caoimhín Kelleher's performance, particularly noting the crucial saves made by the Irishman, like the one from Benjamin Sesko, which kept Liverpool ahead. With Alisson out injured, he acknowledged the importance of having a reliable second-choice keeper, adding: "Very fortunate," and highlighting that it's expected at a club like Liverpool to have top players in every position, not just the starters.