A much-changed Liverpool side cruised to victory over Norwich in the League Cup on a night where three teenagers made their debut to seal the Reds’ place in the fourth round.
Norwich 0-3 Liverpool
League Cup Third Round, Carrow Road
September 21, 2021
Goals: Minamino 4′, 80′, Origi 50′
The seventh game of the season in a third different competition for the Reds saw them take in the familiar surroundings of Carrow Road, with a place in the fourth round on the line.
And it was Takumi Minamino who got Liverpool off to a flyer, reacting the quickest to find the net for his first goal since December 2020.
Caoimhin Kelleher would be the next in line to have say on proceedings, brilliantly denying Tzolis with his feet from the penalty spot.
The lead would be doubled soon after half-time thanks to a Divock Origi header before Minamino notched his second thanks to some lovely movement tight in the box.
It would mean the night ended on celebratory terms, one three teenagers will never forget as Kaide Gordon, Conor Bradley and Tyler Morton all made their debut.
Here’s how supporters reacted to the victory on Twitter, Facebook and This Is Anfield’s comments section.
There were plenty of reasons to smile after another 3-0 win…
Another three goals and a clean sheet. Becoming a bit of a habit.
— Sam McGuire (@SamMcGuire90) September 21, 2021
https://twitter.com/SachinNakrani/status/1440414694905245705?s=20
Conor Bradley, Kaide Gordon and Tyler Morton all showed they could have big futures at #LFC tonight. But, in the short term, those goals from Takumi Minamino and Divock Origi might be more important. It would be hugely helpful to this season’s trophy push if they can contribute.
— David Lynch (@davidlynchlfc) September 21, 2021
Pretty much everything you could want from tonight. Gordon and Morton superb, Bradley with some bright moments and Minamino, Tsimikas, Origi and Jones all sharp.
— Leanne Prescott (@_lfcleanne) September 21, 2021
Great might for the young Reds, Kelleher, Gordon, Morton who was excellent, but also Bradley whose head didn't go down, he stuck at it. Future looks bright. Jones continues to impress too
— Jeff Goulding (@ShanklysBoys1) September 21, 2021
Solid display from Liverpool’s depth and youth tonight.
Now consider that they’ll likely be used one or two at a time in a more settled XI — as opposed to a completely unfamiliar group — and there’s a lot to believe in.
— El Mans (@el_mansfield) September 21, 2021
Confidence boosting goals for Minamino & Origi ?
Confidence boosting penalty save for Kelleher, could've been a different game ?
Lesson learned for Bradley giving away the pen with no harm done ?
Superb debuts for Bradley, Gordon & Morton ?So many positives. Up the reds ?
— D ? (@decayingcactus) September 21, 2021
And both Origi and Minamino made an impression…
https://twitter.com/SachinNakrani/status/1440408505366691841?s=20
Everyone talking about Origi, but it’s Taki that’s making a statement tonight.
— Rory Greenfield (@RoryGreenfield) September 21, 2021
TAKI!! Again, such clever play on the ball. Really enjoying watching him play today.
— Couch Nish (@CouchNish) September 21, 2021
You can rightly question the standard of opposition he’s faced at times, but Minamino has six goals and two assists in 836 minutes for Liverpool since the start of last season. Couldn’t have done too much more with the opportunities he’s had. pic.twitter.com/iE6EMKRcEt
— Andrew Beasley (@BassTunedToRed) September 21, 2021
Can't decide whether Taki is the 2nd or 3rd best finisher in the #LFC squad. that was ?
— DanKennett.bsky.social (@DanKennett) September 21, 2021
Divock Origi only exists for third round League Cup ties and massive Champions League games against European giants. There is no middle ground.
— Grace Robertson ????? (@GraceOnFootball) September 21, 2021
Going to be cautiously optimistic about Minamino and Origi tonight.
Thought both did really well – we now need them to do this consistently in the league and not just in the odd cup game once or two a year.
Minamino, in particular, has such natural quality.
— Henry Jackson (@HenryJackson87) September 21, 2021
The kids are more than alright…
Tyler Morten looks very tidy.
— Green Scouser (@Green_Scouser) September 21, 2021
This kid Tyler Morton comes on and immediately there's balance in the midfield
— Trade That Bum AD (@King_Fixx) September 21, 2021
Kaide Gordon makes me realize how shit I was at football when I was 16 years old
— Nico?? (@NicoRoskifte) September 21, 2021
Really enjoying watching Liverpool's young players on show tonight. Morton so composed since coming on and can't get my head over Kaide Gordon's performance at 16 years old! Exciting futures ahead https://t.co/LynYwsZRPk
— Yayymes (@Yayymes) September 21, 2021
Kaide Gordon has looked fantastic tonight, playing with a lot of confidence. Got a bright future ahead of him #LFC
— ? (@neebsd19) September 21, 2021
“Morton is the real deal.”
– Daniel Csok on Facebook.
https://twitter.com/jbradleymedia/status/1440411415492259840
Anyone who has watched the #LFC Academy will not be surprised by the performances of Bradley, Gordon and Morton this evening.
— Ian Doyle (@IanDoyleSport) September 21, 2021
It remains a welcome sight to see depth at left-back…
https://twitter.com/rossic89/status/1440404250010390535
https://twitter.com/SamueILFC/status/1440404970839236612?s=20
Kostas Tsimikas is an outlet. Involved in six goals already this season:
Salah goal vs Norwich
Jota goal vs Burnley
Mane goal vs Palace
Salah goal vs Palace
Minamino goal tonight
Origi goal tonight— Jack Sear (@JackSear) September 21, 2021
“Tsimikas’s delivery has been a joy to watch.”
– DanKalion in the TIA comments.
https://twitter.com/Hari_Sethi/status/1440403948091834373?s=20
And the threat from set pieces was rightly noted…
Liverpool have tonight scored their seventh set piece goal of the season, in their seventh game.
Last season they scored eight in their first 23, then went 20 games without one.
— Andrew Beasley (@BassTunedToRed) September 21, 2021
Great that Liverpool are masters at scoring from set pieces again isn’t it?
— Leanne Prescott (@_lfcleanne) September 21, 2021
Another Tsimikas corner. Another goal for Liverpool.
Delivery is unreal.
— The Redmen TV (@TheRedmenTV) September 21, 2021
“We are becoming set-piece monsters now! Last 4 goals scored off of it!”
– Abyss in the TIA comments.
Liverpool's 5th straight goal scored on the second ball from a corner in all competitions. Surely approaching the record for that. #LFC
— Ben Krimmel (@BenKrimmel) September 21, 2021
LFC from set pieces this year ???
— keith costigan (@KeithCostigan) September 21, 2021
