Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool edged closer to the Premier League title with a dramatic 2-1 victory over West Ham, fueled by Van Dijk's late header. This win, combined with Tottenham's loss, extends Liverpool's lead to 13 points. Salah's assist to Diaz opened the scoring, setting the stage for a crucial three points in their championship pursuit.

Liverpool are reportedly making headway in contract negotiations with Mohamed Salah, fueling optimism about retaining the prolific scorer. Salah, who has consistently expressed his desire to stay, is currently leading the Premier League with 27 goals.

Centre backs play a vital role in EA FC 25’s Career Mode, with top players like virgil van dijk, Antonio Rüdiger, and William Saliba enhancing team defense. These defenders bring strength, composure, and tactical awareness, essential for preventing goals. Other notable defenders include Alessandro Bastoni and Rúben Dias, making them valuable signings for any team’s backline.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's potential move from Liverpool to Real Madrid has sparked debate regarding his legacy. He faces a career-defining choice with his contract ending this season. The allure of joining friend Jude Bellingham and stars like Kylian Mbappe at Madrid, compared to enhancing his legacy at Liverpool like Steven Gerrard, forms the crux of his decision.

Liverpool defeated Southampton 3-1 to extend their lead by 16 points, with Mohamed Salah scoring two penalties. Nottingham Forest claimed a 1-0 victory over Manchester City, enhancing their Champions League hopes. Arsenal aim to catch up with Liverpool, while Brighton also bolstered their European ambitions with a win.

Liverpool's dominance in the EPL this season is remarkable, with an 11-point lead at the top. Manager Arne Slot's tactical dexterity, Mohamed Salah's incredible form, and a strong defensive unit led by virgil van dijk contribute significantly. The team's success also hinges on strategic player positioning and minimal squad injuries.

Liverpool's Premier League unbeaten streak extends to 22 matches but the 2-2 draw with Aston Villa allows Arsenal a glimmer of hope in the title race.

Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has defended goalkeeper Jordan Pickford over a reckless tackle that injured Liverpool's virgil van dijk, saying suggestions it was pre-meditated were "not fair". The England number one has come in for heavy criticism after his challenge in last week's Merseyside derby, which left the Dutch defender with knee ligament damage.

Liverpool defender virgil van dijk will be sidelined for over a month due to a muscle injury, manager Jurgen Klopp said on Friday. Netherlands captain Van Dijk was taken off at halftime in a 3-1 defeat at Brentford on Monday as part of a triple-change by Klopp.

Liverpool lost 1-0 to Plymouth in the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday, ending their quadruple dream. Manager Arne Slot fielded a weakened team, leading to their defeat. Plymouth's Ryan Hardie scored the winning penalty. Liverpool now focuses on upcoming matches including the Merseyside derby against Everton and the Champions League last 16.

Liverpool have the quality in their squad to deal with the absence through injury of influential centre back virgil van dijk, said skipper Jordan Henderson said.

Liverpool secured a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League, thanks to Darwin Nunez's impressive performance from the bench. The match began with an unexpected twist, with Trent Alexander-Arnold giving Newcastle the lead in the 25th minute. Anthony Gordon capitalized on a mis-controlled ball.

Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema has been named the Champions League Player of the Season after a stellar 2021-22 campaign where he finished as top scorer, UEFA said on Tuesday.

Each zodiac sign is compared to a legendary footballer, illustrating their shared qualities. For instance, Aries aligns with Zlatan Ibrahimović's boldness, Cancer with Lionel Messi's humility, and Leo with Cristiano Ronaldo's charisma. The piece draws parallels between the unique traits of star players and astrological signs.

Liverpool secured their place in the League Cup final with a 4-0 victory over Tottenham, courtesy of goals from Gakpo, Salah, Szoboszlai, and Van Dijk. Tottenham's chances of securing silverware are further threatened under manager Ange Postecoglou, amid ongoing struggles in the Premier League. Liverpool overcame their 1-0 first leg deficit, maintaining their recent scoring form against Spurs at Anfield.

Liverpool defender virgil van dijk is taking a cautious approach as he prepares for the next step in his return from injury against Bologna on Thursday. Van Dijk is likely to make a brief appearance in the Bologna friendly in addition to the 20 minutes he played against Hertha Berlin last week.

De Bruyne, 29, scored 13 Premier League goals last season and the Belgian international also equalled the league record with 20 assists which helped him become the first Manchester City player to win the award.

Real Madrid and Manchester City dominated the 2024 FIFPRO World 11, securing six and four spots respectively. This year's lineup notably excludes Lionel Messi for the first time since 2006. Jude Bellingham topped the voting charts. The women's team featured strong English representation with 5 players, and Barbra Banda became the first African woman selected.

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota resumed full training on Wednesday after being out for more than two months with a knee injury, the Premier League club said.

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester City playmaker Kevin De Bruyne were on Wednesday named among the six nominees for the English Professional Footballers Association Player of the Year award. De Bruyne is the current holder of the award, having won it the last two seasons, while Ronaldo won the award twice in his first stint with Manchester United in 2007 and 2008.