Conor Bradley delivered an impressive performance for Liverpool on Tuesday, effectively containing Vinicius Jr as Liverpool secured a vital Champions League victory over Real Madrid. The Reds won thanks to Alexis Mac Allister’s lone goal against the 15-time European champions.
With Trent Alexander-Arnold returning to Anfield, Bradley, filling in at right-back, showed strong defensive skills. However, his performance sparked differing opinions between pundits Ian Wright and Roy Keane.
Keane pointed out Bradley’s limited impact in Liverpool’s attacking third, expressing concern about his inability to pose a significant offensive threat during the match against Real Madrid.
“That’s why you want to see him up against a winger like that because that then takes him to another place, he did everything last night. He was fantastic to watch.”
Wright highlighted Bradley’s defensive mastery against Vinicius Jr, emphasizing the Liverpool academy graduate's all-round excellence.
Jeremie Frimpong also lauded Bradley for effectively neutralizing Vinicius throughout the game. Bradley has been steadily regaining his top form following solid performances against Aston Villa and Real Madrid.
Author's summary: Conor Bradley impressed defensively against Real Madrid, earning praise despite criticism over his attacking impact, highlighting his rising form at Liverpool.