'People say things' - Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold thinking 'positively' after starring in Rangers win

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s recent performances have drawn plenty of criticism but the Liverpool defender insists he “always tries to think positively” after netting a sublime free-kick in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Rangers in the Champions League. The 23-year-old was omitted from Gareth Southgate’s England bench in the last Nations League game against Germany after coming under fire during a poor spell of form. Ad But Alexander-Arnold provided a reminder of his brilliance with a stunning free-kick to give Jurgen Klopp’s side the lead against the Scottish club in Group A.

Champions LeagueLiverpool take control of semi-final as two quickfire goals break Villarreal resistance27/04/2022 AT 18:05 That moment of magic will spark another debate on whether he should go to the World Cup with the Three Lions, but Alexander-Arnold stresses that performing for the team is his only focus. “The performance was great from the lads,” he told BT Sport. Saturday [a 3-3 draw with Brighton] was disappointing.

We never got going, our press wasn't there, we were slow out the blocks. But it's the complete opposite today [Tuesday]. We started well and continued throughout the game.

“They had their spells and the second half was tough but overall we played outstanding. «No matter what, I always try to think positively. People say things but for me it's all about performing for the team.

That's all that matters, getting wins and helping the team. It's been a slow start to the season for me but I'm looking forward to the rest of the season.” His team-mate Jordan Henderson was full of praise for Alexander-Arnold’s defensive know-how, which has come into question of late. »You've got to give Trent a license to get forward and produce what he can produce