Florian Wirtz silences critics with stunning display as Liverpool defeat Brentford

Florian Wirtz silences critics with stunning display as Liverpool defeat Brentford Florian Wirtz silenced his critics with an excellent display as Liverpool overcame Brentford 2-0 at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday. The Bees scored the first goal in the 44th minute through Kean Lewis-Potter. But they were reduced to 10 men after Yehor Yarmolyuk received a red card for headbutting Jeremy Jacquet in the box. Liverpool made their numerical superiority count as Wirtz threaded a fine through ball for Victor Munoz to equalise after the hour mark. Alexander Isak doubled their advantage in the 70th minute. Vitaly Janelt was sent off in stoppage-time as Liverpool sealed a comfortable victory. Dazzling display from Wirtz Wirtz played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s victory against Brentford this weekend. The German created nine chances from open play, which is more than any other player has managed in a Premier League game over the past six seasons. Following his latest display, no player has created more chances in the English top-flight this season. He is level with Brighton & Hove Albion’s Pascal Gross on 18. Wirtz lost possession of the ball on 19 occasions and won just one of his nine duels. But his overall performance earned him the Player of the Match award. Wirtz was also at the top of his game in Liverpool’s Champions League victory against LASK in midweek. He provided the assist for Bradley Barcola’s second goal and was the Reds’ primary creative engine. The Germany international will look to make a similar impact for his team on Tuesday when they take on Villarreal at Anfield.