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Rio Ngumoha decision is now obvious for Liverpool - PSG won't know what to do with him

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All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageThe win over Fulham also showcased exactly what Rio Ngumoha is all about and he has to start now against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night.I can't for the life of me understand why he has been wrapped in cotton wool so much by Arne Slot. He is young, he is fearless and won't respect any reputations because he just wants to take his man on all the time.We're going to need something unpredictable in the final third and he is screaming out for a start because he can provide just that.I get that Slot has been keen not to overexert someone who doesn't turn 18 until August but sometimes a player learns more in tougher times.



He has to start for my money.Players must respond to fansMuch will inevitably be said about the Liverpool fans and the Anfield atmosphere for Tuesday night's game with PSG. If the players don't turn up, a great atmosphere won't be much use.It can be a night to remember but the players have to make this PSG team worry more than the fans can.

With the quality of players the current champions of Europe have, they won't necessarily be knocked off their stride by Anfield's noise alone.So it is up to the payers to win the duels and the battles, get in their face and let's make it a messy affair on the pitch. The stakes are high and the margins for error are small.If Liverpool are going to exit the Champions League on Tuesday night, then let's go out with a bang.Liverpool vs PSG VIP and hospitality ticketsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.