Injury Scare for Alexander-Arnold as Liverpool Struggle Against PSG
Liverpool suffered a potential major setback in their Champions League clash against PSG, as Trent Alexander-Arnold appeared to sustain a serious injury in the second half. The England international was substituted for Jarell Quansah, just as Liverpool were pushing for an equalizer after Ousmane Dembélé’s opener.
Alexander-Arnold in Visible Pain
The timing couldn’t be worse for Liverpool, especially with the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle just days away. The vice-captain looked in significant pain after rolling his ankle, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming fixtures.
While he managed to walk off the pitch rather than being stretchered away—suggesting the injury might not be season-ending—it remains to be seen how long he will be sidelined. Given that his contract expires this summer and he’s been linked with Real Madrid, there’s even a possibility that he has played his last game in a Liverpool shirt.
Right-Back Crisis for Liverpool
With Conor Bradley still injured, Liverpool’s options at right-back are now severely limited. Alexander-Arnold had been solid defensively against PSG, despite the team’s struggles.
Key Stats from His Performance:
- 3 interceptions
- Dribbled past twice
- 1 error leading to a shot
- 4/9 ground duels won
- 0/2 aerial duels won
- 14 times possession lost
- 4/7 long balls completed
- 2/5 dribbles completed
- 1 blocked shot
- 1 shot off target
One positive was his ability to neutralize PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who had little impact at Anfield.
Liverpool Desperate for a Turnaround
As the game heads into extra time, all eyes will be on Mohamed Salah to produce a moment of brilliance and keep Liverpool’s Champions League hopes alive.
