49erssports.com - Darwin Nunez was chosen as man of the match in Liverpool vs Southampton. The Uruguayan striker really made a difference in this match.
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup break, Liverpool played one EPL game at Anfield. They face Southampton in matchday 16 of the EPL 2022/23.
In this match, Southampton as the visitors had overwhelmed Liverpool. But the Reds managed to win with a score of 3-1.
Nunez was considered to be the difference in this match so he was appointed man of the match. Why is that? Read more below.
Liverpool Victory Hero
Nunez's election as man of the match was inseparable from his services as a hero for Liverpool's victory.
The Reds actually took the lead through Roberto Firmino's goal. But not long ago, The Saints equalized thanks to a goal by Che Adams.
Liverpool are lucky to have Nunez. The striker immediately scored two goals in this match so that Liverpool won with a score of 3-1. Thanks to his two goals, Nunez was chosen as the man of the match in this match.
Good Capital
These two goals were good capital for Nunez to go to the 2022 World Cup.
As is well known, the striker entered the Uruguay national team squad. He will compete with veteran names such as Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani for the spearhead position of La Celeste.
With the addition of these two goals, Nunez hopes he can steal Diego Alonso's heart and can start at the 2022 World Cup later.