Liverpool maintained their place at the top of the Premier League after battling to a 1-0 win at Crystal Palace, but it wasn't all good news for Arne Slot.
The Reds ensured they will head into the October international break at the summit of England's top flight thanks to a first-half goal from Diogo Jota, as Palace suffered their fourth defeat in seven league games and failed to score for the second home match running.
However, there was a potentially significant setback for Liverpool as goalkeeper Alisson suffered an injury in the second half that forced him off the field. He was replaced by Vitezslav Jaros, with regular back-up keeper Caoimhin Kelleher unavailable due to illness.
Alisson missed two games earlier this term due to a muscle issue, so this latest injury will have come as a blow for the Brazilian.
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Alisson injury latest: What happened in Liverpool game at Crystal Palace?
Alisson sustained what looked like a hamstring injury in the match away to Crystal Palace on October 5.
The Brazil international beat the turf in frustration before he limped from the field to be replaced by Jaros, a 23-year-old Czechia international who had never before made a first-team appearance.
Alisson has hobbled off the pitch to be replaced by Vitezslav Jaros.
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) October 5, 2024
His last game in English football was for Stockport in a 2-0 win at Salford in October 2022 🗓️#BBCFootball #CRYLIV pic.twitter.com/vkDtfRidXY
Slot told media after the match that he expected Alisson to miss Liverpool's coming matches judging by the player's discomfort after he went off.
"I think he'll be out for a few weeks, he's the best goalkeeper in the world" ❌
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 5, 2024
Arne Slot says he expects Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson to be out for a few weeks after he came off with an injury 🇧🇷pic.twitter.com/7GRo95K0Jg
When do Liverpool play next?
Liverpool's next game is on October 20 against Chelsea at Anfield, with the domestic calendar being paused for the coming two weeks due to the next international break.
