Bench Time for Jota and Alisson? Merson Thinks So …
Paul Merson has unleashed his inner tactician, suggesting that Arne Slot should bench both Diogo Jota and Alisson for the big Carabao Cup final clash against Newcastle United. The Reds, with dreams of silverware dancing in their heads, are set to face the Magpies at Wembley this Sunday. Slot’s squad was looking to sweep up trophies like they were collecting stamps until PSG played party poopers, booting them out of the Champions League with a dramatic penalty shootout.
According to Merson, this defeat should be the cue for Slot to embrace his inner gambler – but only a little! Mr. Sportskeeda himself sees this as the perfect opportunity for some lineup shuffling. He’s rooting for Darwin Nunez, who has made penalty shootouts more thrilling than a roller coaster, to lead the charge and give Dan Burn and Fabian Schär a run for their money.
And let’s not forget the goalkeeping conundrum! Should the mighty Alisson sit this one out for cup hero Caoimhin Kelleher? Merson thinks so! “Kelleher is the no-pressure performer we need,” said Merson, highlighting his amazing cup game track record. It’s a decision that’s got more twists than a sitcom plot!
