Luis Suarez sends supportive message to Darwin Nunez as misfiring Liverpool striker responds to Arne Slot criticism following Aston Villa display
WHAT HAPPENED?
Nunez’s struggles in front of goal have drawn criticism from Slot, who questioned the Uruguayan’s attitude after the match in a press conference. His failure to capitalise on an open-goal chance and another one-on-one opportunity against Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez resulted in Liverpool dropping vital points in the title race after being held to a 2-2 draw at Villa Park on Wednesday evening.
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Slot was vexed with Nunez and informed he would have a discussion with the forward regarding his work ethic as the Dutch manager felt his intensity dropped after squandering two gilt-edged goal-scoring opportunities. Following the manager’s remarks, the striker took to social media to share a defiant message, making it clear that he remains focused and determined to prove his worth.
“I wasn’t the best three weeks ago, and I’m not the worst now. If I fall, I get up. You’ll never see me give up,” he wrote. “I’m going to give it my all until the last day I’m here in Liverpool. Resilience! 💪🏼”.
WHAT SUAREZ SAID
Nunez’s message did not go unnoticed, and former Liverpool striker Suarez was quick to lend his support. The Uruguay legend, who enjoyed a prolific spell at Anfield, responded with words of encouragement and wrote: “Of course, GOAL SCORER, that’s how I love you! That’s the attitude, always positive. Let’s go up! 👊🏼⚽️”
Ni fui el mejor hace tres semanas ni soy el peor ahora. Si me caigo, me levanto. Nunca me van a ver bajar los brazos.
Voy a dejar todo hasta el último día que me toque estar acá en Liverpool.
Resiliencia! 💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/cruy7OZO1o
— Darwin Núñez (@Darwinn99) February 20, 2025
