Frank Christian
Liverpool secured their position at the top of the Premier League with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace. However, things took a turn for the worse for manager Arne Slot.
The Reds confirmed they would head into the October international break at the summit of the league, courtesy of a first-half strike from Diogo Jota. Meanwhile, Palace faced their fourth defeat in seven matches and were unable to find the net for the second consecutive home game.
In a worrying development for Liverpool, goalkeeper Alisson was forced to leave the pitch due to an injury in the second half. He was substituted by Vitezslav Jaros, as back-up keeper Caoimhin Kelleher was sidelined by illness.
This incident was particularly concerning as Alisson had already missed two matches earlier this season due to a muscle problem, making this new injury a significant blow for him.
Alisson Injury Update: Crystal Palace Match Details
During the match on October 5 against Crystal Palace, Alisson appeared to suffer a hamstring injury.
The Brazilian goalkeeper expressed his frustration by hitting the ground before limping off, leading to Jaros, a Czech international with no prior first-team experience, taking over in goal.
Alisson has hobbled off the pitch to be replaced by Vitezslav Jaros.
His last game in English football was for Stockport in a 2-0 win at Salford in October 2022 #BBCFootball #CRYLIV pic.twitter.com/vkDtfRidXY
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) October 5, 2024
Post-match, Slot indicated that he believed Alisson might be sidelined for a few weeks based on the discomfort he exhibited after being substituted.
“I think he’ll be out for a few weeks, he’s the best goalkeeper in the world”
Arne Slot says he expects Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson to be out for a few weeks after he came off with an injury pic.twitter.com/7GRo95K0Jg
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 5, 2024
Upcoming Liverpool Fixture
Liverpool will face Chelsea next on October 20 at Anfield, with the domestic matches temporarily halted for the international break over the next two weeks.
