Liverpool made a series of substitutions throughout the match, hoping to turn things around and add fresh energy to their attack. However, most of the changes had little impact, with only one player truly making a difference in the limited time available.
The first substitution saw **Darwin Núñez** come on for **Diogo Jota** in the 57th minute. Unfortunately, the Uruguayan forward struggled to make his presence felt. One of his most notable moments was a heavy touch inside the opposition’s penalty area, which squandered a potential opportunity. Apart from that, he remained largely uninvolved in the action and failed to make a meaningful contribution to Liverpool’s attacking play. His lack of influence on the game was disappointing, and he did little to trouble the opposing defense.
At the same time, **Curtis Jones** replaced **Ibrahima Konaté**, bringing a change in the team’s dynamics. Jones, known for his energy and technical ability, attempted to inject some life into Liverpool’s attacking movements. He managed to get a shot on target that forced **Nick Pope** into making a save. Additionally, he continued to look for opportunities, later attempting another effort on goal, though this time, his shot sailed over the bar. While he showed some intent and tried to push Liverpool forward, his impact was not enough to change the course of the match significantly.
In the 67th minute, **Cody Gakpo** entered the fray, taking the place of **Alexis Mac Allister**. However, the Dutch forward failed to make an impression on the game. Although he did manage to put in a cross, he seemed far from his best physically, raising concerns about his match fitness. His movements lacked sharpness, and he was unable to make a real difference in Liverpool’s attacking play. Overall, his performance was underwhelming, as he struggled to impose himself during his time on the pitch.
Later in the match, **Federico Chiesa** was brought on in the 74th minute, replacing **Ryan Gravenberch**. Unlike the other substitutes, Chiesa was able to make a tangible impact despite his limited time on the field. The Italian forward managed to find the back of the net, scoring a late goal that gave Liverpool a glimmer of hope. However, given how little time he had to influence the game, his contributions beyond the goal were minimal. Nevertheless, his ability to make a difference when given a chance highlighted his attacking quality.
Overall, Liverpool’s substitutions did not have the desired effect, with most players failing to leave a significant mark on the match. Chiesa was the only one who truly made a notable impact by scoring a goal, but it was too little, too late to change the final outcome.
