Jamie Carragher names the Liverpool star player that caused the team this poor form

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher was direct in his evaluation of Mohamed Salah’s display during Liverpool’s frustrating 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

Despite controlling possession, maintaining high pass accuracy, and registering numerous shots on target, Liverpool couldn’t convert their chances, leading to their defeat with Palace’s Eberechi Eze netting the only goal at Anfield.

Both teams had opportunities during the match, with Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson stepping up with crucial saves to thwart Liverpool’s attacking endeavors. Despite Salah’s significant role for Liverpool in past seasons, he struggled to leave a mark in this game, drawing criticism from both Carragher and supporters.

Carragher emphasized Salah’s dip in form in recent weeks, highlighting that the Egyptian star hasn’t been performing up to his usual standards since returning from injury sustained at AFCON 2024.

Despite returning to action in February, Salah’s goal and assist contributions have been below expectations, sparking concerns about his impact in Liverpool’s attacking play. Carragher remarked, “He’s just not at the races, Mo Salah. It’s been like that for a few weeks now.”

Adding to Liverpool’s challenges, the team faced another setback when young right-back Conor Bradley was forced off the field due to injury, disrupting their rhythm further.

With Trent Alexander-Arnold stepping in as Bradley’s replacement, Liverpool’s defensive cohesion momentarily faltered, contributing to their struggles against Palace’s resilient defense.

Liverpool’s failure to capitalize on their dominance in possession and shots on target underscored the critical role of clinical finishing in football.

Despite boasting superior statistics in possession (70%), pass accuracy (83% to 68%), and more shots on target (6 to 5), the Reds couldn’t convert their chances into goals, ultimately costing them the match.

As the title race heats up, Liverpool must address their offensive inefficiencies and rediscover their scoring touch to stay competitive in the pursuit of silverware.