While goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike ensured there was no upset on the night, attention quickly shifted to two attackers who failed to leave a mark — Cody Gakpo and Federico Chiesa.
A Quiet Night That Didn’t Go Unnoticed 👀
Both players were handed starting roles against the League One side, a game many fans expected them to dominate. Instead, the Dutchman and the Italian struggled to find rhythm, rarely threatening Barnsley’s defence and appearing short of intensity.
Despite the scoreline suggesting total control, sections of the Liverpool fanbase felt the performance of the two forwards stood out — and not for the right reasons.
Fan Frustration Boils Over 🔥
Social media reaction was swift and unforgiving, with some supporters openly questioning whether Gakpo and Chiesa still deserve a place in Arne Slot’s long-term plans.
One fan argued that Liverpool need fresh energy out wide, claiming the duo look past their best and calling for younger, more explosive replacements. Another suggested that neither player even looked superior to lower-league opposition — a damning assessment given the gap in quality.
Others went further, branding the pair “invisible,” accusing them of offering little movement, creativity or threat, and urging the club to cash in before their value drops 📉.
A recurring theme among fans was the belief that Liverpool’s wide areas need urgent renewal, with some demanding sales as early as the January window.
Too Harsh… or Fair Criticism? 🤔
It’s worth noting that Liverpool still won comfortably, and one poor outing doesn’t define a season. However, expectations at Anfield are sky-high, and performances against lower-league opposition often shape opinions quickly.
Whether this backlash proves to be an overreaction or the beginning of serious questions around Gakpo and Chiesa remains to be seen — but one thing is clear 👇
Liverpool fans are watching closely… and patience is wearing thin ⏳🔴
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