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Iraola Tells Ngumoha to Tune Out External Pressure
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola wants his players to stay focused on their work after a standout display from Rio Ngumoha in midweek.
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Focus on the Pitch
Andoni Iraola has told Rio Ngumoha to concentrate only on his own performances and continued improvement. The forward stood out in the midweek Champions League match against Villarreal, where Liverpool recovered from a two-goal deficit to win 4-3 at Anfield. Iraola stressed that praise or criticism from outside should not influence how the team prepares or plays.
Managing a Busy Schedule
The manager noted that the squad rotates often because matches come every three to four days. He explained that fatigue levels must be monitored closely so the right players are selected each time. The approach applies to everyone in the group, not only Ngumoha.
Injury Updates Ahead of Brighton
Liverpool host Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Sunday. Bradley Barcola returned to full training and is available. Victor Munoz is dealing with discomfort from a first-half incident against Brentford and is unlikely to feature. Dom Szoboszlai will miss the match while completing his recovery away from the main group.
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