Arne Slot’s Liverpool made a strong statement with a 2-1 victory over Premier League rivals Arsenal in a pre-season friendly played in Philadelphia.
Goals from Mohamed Salah and Fabio Carvalho put the Reds in control, but Kai Havertz pulled one back for Arsenal in an entertaining first half.
The second half saw both teams make changes as the intensity dropped, with a record-breaking crowd of 69,679 packing Lincoln Financial Field.
Liverpool will conclude their US tour with a match against Manchester United on Saturday, while Arsenal return home to face Bayer Leverkusen and Lyon in friendly matches.
Harvey Elliott is eager to follow in the footsteps of his former England Under-21 teammates and break into the senior squad.
The Liverpool midfielder delivered an impressive performance in the Reds’ pre-season victory over Arsenal, showcasing his creative abilities with two assists.
Elliott’s vision and passing were on full display as he set up Mohamed Salah and Fabio Carvalho for goals. The 21-year-old appears to be thriving in the attacking midfield role favored by new manager Arne Slot, who praised Elliott’s performance but also challenged him to improve in certain areas.
The midfielder himself expressed a desire to solidify his position in the team and believes consistent performances could lead to an England call-up.
With his talent and determination, Elliott is undoubtedly a player to watch this season.
