Van Dijk’s Exchange with Onana at Anfield After Liverpool vs. Man Utd Draw

Following Liverpool’s draw against Manchester United, Virgil van Dijk couldn’t resist a playful dig at Andre Onana, the United goalkeeper. The match, which ended in a goalless draw, saw Liverpool dominating with 69% possession and 34 shots, but they couldn’t break the deadlock, leaving the Reds frustrated.

Despite Liverpool’s previous dominant performances against United at home, this time, Onana’s tactics, notably delaying goal kicks, added to Liverpool’s frustration. Van Dijk, reportedly, took a jibe at Onana in the tunnel post-match, telling him, “Because of you, we only played a half-hour game,” as reported by talkSPORT’s Alex Crook.

Reflecting on the match, Van Dijk expressed disappointment, emphasizing Liverpool’s intent to win every game. He acknowledged Liverpool’s superiority in various aspects but lamented the missed opportunities and decision-making during the game. Despite dominating, the team fell short of converting their chances into goals.

Van Dijk remained optimistic, acknowledging the team’s need to learn from such situations and expressing confidence that Liverpool would grow from this experience. Despite the frustration, he recognized Liverpool’s potential and remained determined for future games.