Ahead of this tie, Jurgen Klopp explained how Liverpool ’s vulnerability this season had at least given Alisson the chance to showcase his world-class status.
Talk about words returning to haunt. A rare unconvincing performance from the Brazilian keeper went a long way to make Klopp have to endure his worst case scenario … a draw and a replay. But another crack at the FA Cup holders was the least Wolves deserved after an enterprising display that exposed Liverpool’s continuing frailties.
With an EFL Cup quarter-final this coming Wednesday - a very winnable one against Nottingham Forest - and a Premier League home fixture against fellow strugglers West Ham United on Saturday, there will be no shortage of supporters willing to understand Julen Lopetegui making NINE changes for this match.
