Darwin Nunez, despite recent heroics, faced criticism after a disappointing performance in Liverpool's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. Missing a clear chance valued at 0.75 xG, Nunez's earlier solid contribution was overshadowed. Coach Arne Slot noted that Nunez's response post-miss affected his overall performance, indicating that disappointment impacted his usual work rate on the pitch. In the wake of this criticism, Nunez expressed resilience on social media, emphasizing his determination to improve and not give up in Liverpool's title race.
I wasn't the best three weeks ago, and I'm not the worst now. The miss had an xG value of 0.75, marking a persistent concern for Nunez.
The disappointment affected Nunez's play; Slot noted he wasn't the usual Darwin that works hard and supports the team post-miss.
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