Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez has praised his teammates for their exceptional performance during the impressive 2-1 comeback victory against Newcastle United.
The 24-year-old emerged from the bench and scored two goals in the second half, securing all three points for the Reds. Skipper Virgil van Dijk was shown a red card in the early stages of the first half after a challenge on Alexander Isak.
The scoring was initiated by Anthony Gordon for the Magpies in the 20th minute, followed by Nunez’s two goals within a span of 12 minutes.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, he said: “I feel very good. Very happy for the team, for the dedication of my teammates. They fought very well after the red card, which [meant] we had to play with 10 players.
“It’s very difficult to keep a game like that, even more losing 1-0. The truth is that we had mental strength and we could control the game.
“I am very happy and very satisfied. But I would like to congratulate my teammates.”
The Uruguayan was subsequently presented with the Player of the Match award and reacted: “Thank you very much and I dedicate it to my teammates.”
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