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Despite the disappointing display, Reds legend Robbie Fowler believes one player stood out with a commendable effort.

Newcastle fully deserved their victory on a day when Liverpool never looked like securing a win.

Virgil van Dijk stands alone as Liverpool’s bright spot in Carabao Cup final.



However, Fowler highlighted Virgil van Dijk as the one player who stepped up and delivered a strong performance as captain.

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“I’m not sure any player other than probably Virgil van Dijk can hold their head up.

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The Italian came off the bench to score a well-taken goal and looked more dangerous than any other Liverpool player

The remark about Virgil van Dijk being the only player who can hold his head up highlights just how underwhelming the team was as a collective.


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