“He has been impressive this pre-season and deserves a spot in the first team. I will give him more playing time,” said Arne Slot, who may have found a new first-team starter after just two games of their pre-season tour.

Liverpool started their pre-season on a positive note, achieving a victory and showcasing a standout performance by a young player in Arne Slot’s first game as head coach.

The Reds secured a 1-0 win against Real Betis at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The winning goal was scored by midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai.

However, the match wasn’t smooth sailing for Liverpool, especially in the first half. The team had a tough time finding their rhythm, and Wataru Endo’s performance drew a lot of criticism from fans and analysts alike.

Things took a turn for the better in the second half after coach Slot made some strategic changes and substitutions. A notable change was when 17-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni came in for the injured Curtis Jones about 30 minutes into the game.

Nyoni made a big impression on the fans with his calm demeanor and sharp vision on the field. He made several effective forward passes that boosted Liverpool’s attacking play.

Nyoni’s performance was highly praised, with many supporters suggesting that he should start in the next pre-season friendly match against Arsenal on Thursday.

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