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Former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has showered praise on Darwin Nunez following his dramatic late winner against Nottingham Forest.
Nunez emerged from the bench to clinch all three points for Jurgen Klopp's side with a 99th-minute header at the City Ground.
The result sees Liverpool extend their lead at the summit of the Premier League table to four points.
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16:38 - 03.03.2024
Jurgen Klopp responds to Nottingham Forest fans' chant at Darwin Nunez
Jurgen Klopp has delivered a witty response to Nottingham Forest fans' chant aimed at Darwin Nunez during Saturday's clash with Liverpool.
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19:00 - 02.03.2024
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The Argentina midfielder set up Darwin Nunez’s last-gasp winner at the City Ground to keep Jurgen Klopp’s men atop the Premier League table.
Suarez's Acclaim for Nunez
Speaking after Inter Miami's emphatic 5-0 victory over Orlando City, Suarez couldn't contain his delight, as reported by Daily Mail, "Yes I saw (the goal).
“I am so happy for Liverpool and I am so happy for Darwin. He is one of the best strikers in the world today."
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The Uruguayan, who netted 82 times during his tenure at Anfield, hailed Nunez's prowess amidst critics who questioned the Uruguayan's clinical edge.
Klopp's Epic Response to Forest Chants
Meanwhile, Reds boss Jurgen Klopp offered a memorable reaction to Nunez's decisive strike, particularly in light of taunts from Forest supporters.
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"I would not sing a song like that. I would not try to wind Darwin up!" Klopp quipped after the game.
Amidst chants of 'You're just a s*** Andy Carroll,' Klopp found humour, stating, "People should start singing that song ('s*** Andy Carroll') more often!"
Klopp acknowledged the significance of the chant, implying both he and Nunez understood its implications.
Nunez's late header takes his season tally to 14 goals in 38 appearances, along with 11 assists, silencing doubts over his effectiveness since his high-profile move to Liverpool in 2022.
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