Liverpool Loan Watch: Miściur Returns From Injury, Scoring Streak Continues For Figueroa

Liverpool Loan Watch: Miściur Returns From Injury, Scoring Streak Continues For Figueroa After back-to-back defeats against Arsenal and Fenerbahce, Liverpool returned to winning ways before the international break. The Reds have now climbed to fourth in the Premier League standings after a comprehensive win against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, and gaffer Andoni Iraola once again relied on academy pair Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni, who made their presence known as ‘super subs’. Their emergence should motivate the loaned-out youngsters, as they are determined to stake a claim in the Spaniard’s long-term plans. Liverpool FC Loan Watch Ifeanyi Ndukwe ( CB – Levante) Had a strong 45 minutes against Celta Vigo before being taken off at half-time, potentially as a broader tactical adjustment by head coach Luís Castro. The 18-year-old Austrian recorded the most defensive interventions (8). He won all ground and aerial duels, completed 15 passes, and was not dribbled past once. Lucca Brughmans ( GK – Genk) Made some key saves against league leaders Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, but his efforts went in vain when Ross Sykes headed home from close range late in the game. The Belgian teenager faced 1.27 GOT, thus leaving a positive impact despite the defeat. Ármin Pécsi (GK – TSV Hartberg) Pecsi is enjoying his run between the sticks, as he was hardly tested during Hartberg’s 3-0 win against Altach. The Hungarian has cemented the ‘number 1’ status and is expected to retain his spot versus LASK in the upcoming fixture. Calvin Ramsay ( RB – St Mirren) Started as the right wingback against Rangers, and was unfortunate not to find the net when his effort hit the woodwork. The Buddies suffered yet another setback, as the Glasgow giants clinched a 2-0 win in Paisley. Calum Scanlon (LB – Cardiff City) Lost his place again, but was introduced as a second-half substitute during Cardiff’s stellar comeback win against Burnley. Injected pace and flair down the flank and clipped over a dangerous cross that led to a penalty, converted by Jack Moylan moments after his introduction. LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 05: Kornel Misciur of Liverpool looks on during the UEFA Youth League match between Liverpool FC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at AXA Melwood Training Centre on November 05, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Jess Hornby/Getty Images) Kieran Morrison (LM – Sheffield Wednesday) Featured from the bench and the Owls found an equaliser minutes later, thanks to Davis Keillor-Dunn’s strike in their FA Cup contest with Oldham. Forced Mathew Hudson to make a low diving save late in the match; however, the home side found the winner in extra time, eliminating Wednesday from the competition. Kyle Kelly (CM – Forest Green Rovers) They were drawn against the League One outfit Luton in the FA Cup Round 1. The youngster started as an advanced playmaker, but the Green were comprehensively defeated after first-half goals from Emilio Lawrence and Jordan Clark. Kelly made no significant contribution and was eventually taken off for Joshua Osude around the 73rd-minute mark. Keyrol Figueroa ( ST – Port Vale) Another blistering performance from the Honduran centre-forward, who scored in the early minutes and then assisted Onel Hernandez around the hour mark during his side’s stellar 4-2 win against Scunthorpe. They have now progressed to the next round of the FA Cup, with League One opponents Leyton Orient set to visit Vale Park on 5th December. Kornel Miściur ( GK – Leek Town) Back in goal after a brief injury layoff. Made a crucial second-half save, helping Leek Town claim a 3-2 win against Ilkeston Town in the Northern Premier Division encounter. Centre-half Amara Nallo was not involved for HJK due to injury. Djylian N’Guessan and Harvey Elliott were unused substitutes for Brest and Valencia, potentially for tactical reasons.