Jacob Greaves was asked how Ipswich's defence attempted to deal with Liverpool's free-scoring no.11 on Saturday, during the Reds' 4-1 Premier League victory at Anfield. The defender revealed that Ipswich had been working on a specific tactic to try and nullify the threat of Mohamed Salah, but the Egyptian winger had other plans.
According to Greaves, the Ipswich defence had been instructed to try and show Salah onto his weaker left foot, in an attempt to reduce his effectiveness in front of goal. However, the Liverpool ace had clearly done his homework, and was able to adjust his game to counter the tactic.
Greaves praised Salah as 'incredible', stating that the winger's ability to adapt to different situations and opponents is what sets him apart from other players. The Ipswich defender admitted that he and his teammates had been left feeling frustrated and impressed by Salah's performance, which included a goal and an assist.
The result was a resounding 4-1 victory for Liverpool, with Salah playing a key role in the win. The Reds' victory has sparked talk of a potential title challenge, with many pundits believing that Jurgen Klopp's side have the quality and depth to compete with the likes of Manchester City and Arsenal.
For Ipswich, the defeat was a tough one to take, but Greaves and his teammates will be looking to bounce back in their next match. The defender acknowledged that the experience of playing against a team like Liverpool would be invaluable, and that he and his teammates would learn a lot from the defeat.
As for Salah, the Egyptian winger will be looking to continue his rich vein of form, which has seen him score numerous important goals for Liverpool this season. With his pace, skill, and adaptability, Salah is a nightmare for defenders to deal with, and it will be interesting to see how other teams attempt to nullify his threat in the coming weeks and months.