Mo Salah scored twice, and Diogo Jota’s incredible goal put Liverpool back on top at Anfield as they defeated Brentford.

This afternoon’s courageous performance was the perfect response to Toulouse’s Europa League defeat earlier in the week, and it would have placated the doubters of a man who had a difficult evening in France.

Kostas Tsimikas was severely caught with the Ligue 1 club’s opening goal on Thursday, but he turned out to be a key asset for the Reds today, setting up both of the team’s goals against the Bees in the second half.

In his player ratings for the Liverpool Echo, Ian Doyle rated the 27-year-old as a 7/10, saying that he was “more steady defensively than in midweek” and that he “took opportunities to augment attack, particularly when crossing for second goal.”

In the meantime, Sofascore’s match statistics demonstrated the impact that this afternoon’s Greece international produced.

Brentford vs. Liverpool: 3 to 0. Round 12 of the English Championship. Review and statistics of the match on November 12, 2023 — dynamo.kiev.ua

Tsimikas finished the day with three crucial passes, three successful crosses (most of any Reds player for both categories), and 34 of his 40 passes (85% success rate), making the two assists the clear standouts.

The Greek Scouser made an impact on defense as well, making two tackles, one interception, and winning five duels.

In light of Andy Robertson’s extended injury absence, the 27-year-old is under intense examination. However, showings like this one will help Liverpool supporters feel more at ease knowing that our number 21 can be a dependable backup until the Scot returns to full fitness.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah celebrates his second goal… News image courtesy of Getty Images