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Van Dijk Leads Dutch Charge, and Mohamed Salah dominated for Egypt.
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Liverpool’s squad returned from the international break with a mix of dazzling displays and minor hiccups.
With 19 first-teamers on duty in World Cup qualifiers and Nations League, Arne Slot can sigh in relief—no major injuries hit the Reds.
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As they gear up for a hectic September, including Premier League battles and a Champions League opener, here’s how their stars performed on the global stage.
Van Dijk Leads Dutch Charge
Virgil van Dijk captained the Netherlands to a 3-2 win over Lithuania on September 7, 2025.
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He anchored the defense with authority. In a 1-1 draw against Poland three days before, his leadership shone.
Ryan Gravenberch sparkled, too, as he controlled the midfield’s tempo.
Cody Gakpo made an impact with an assists in the matches.
These Dutch stars look ready to boost Liverpool’s ambitions.
Salah’s Egyptian Brilliance
Mohamed Salah dominated for Egypt. He scored a penalty in a 2-0 win against Ethiopia on September 5.
However, they were made to wait for World Cup qualification after a stalemate against Burkina Faso.
His performance kept Egypt’s World Cup qualifying hopes strong.
Salah’s form is a massive lift for Liverpool’s title chase.
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French Steel and South American Spark
Ibrahima Konaté was a rock for France in a 2-0 win over Ukraine on September 5.
He ensured a clean sheet. New signing Hugo Ekitiké played alongside him, showing promise.
Alexis Mac Allister built fitness with Argentina. He started in a 3-0 win over Venezuela on September 5.
Alisson kept a clean sheet for Brazil in a 3-0 win over Chile on September 5. But he fell to a 1-0 defeat to Bolivia.
Newcomers and Minor Scares
Alexander Isak debuted cautiously for Sweden. He came off the bench in a 2-0 loss to Kosovo on September 8.
He missed the prior Slovenia game due to fitness concerns.
Florian Wirtz, struggling at club level, scored a stunning free-kick for Germany in a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland on September 7.
What It Means for Liverpool
No major injuries is a win, but Isak’s slow integration needs monitoring.
Salah’s goals, Szoboszlai’s dynamism, and Van Dijk’s leadership could drive Liverpool’s title push.
Integrating Ekitiké and Isak will test Slot’s skill.
