Liverpool 1-0 Everton: 3 Talking Points as young Reds steal the show in Merseyside Derby | FA Cup 2019-20

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2. Adrian continues to revel in his cult-hero status

Liverpool FC v Everton FC - FA Cup Third Round
Liverpool FC v Everton FC - FA Cup Third Round

Adrian San Miguel made the unlikely move to Liverpool this summer and the Spaniard's first season at the club has seen him establish himself as a cult-hero. After making an unexpected Premier League debut on the opening day of the season owing to an injury to Alisson Becker, the former West Ham goalkeeper produced a string of fine performances between the sticks for the Reds.

His crowning moment came in the UEFA Super Cup in Istanbul, as he produced the match-winning moment of the game in the penalty shootout by keeping out Tammy Abraham's spot-kick to win the game for his side. The veteran goalkeeper was at it once again, as he enhanced his reputation with another terrific showing in his second Merseyside derby of the season.

Although Liverpool dominated proceedings, they failed to put the ball into the back of the net in the first half and Adrian rose to the occasion to prevent his side from going behind. The 33-year-old produced 3 saves of the highest order to keep the scoreline level and walked away with a well-deserved clean sheet, as the Reds secured a 1-0 victory.

Alisson Becker is arguably one of the best goalkeepers in world football but in Adrian, Jurgen Klopp has an able deputy who is revelling in his new-found cult hero status at the home of the reigning European champions.

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