Rooney Criticizes Van Dijk After PSG Defeat

Wayne Rooney has criticized Virgil van Dijk for 'lazy' defending, which he believes contributed significantly to Liverpool's exit from the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain. During the match at Anfield, Ousmane Dembele scored a crucial goal for PSG, capitalizing on Van Dijk's failure to close the gap and cover him effectively. Rooney's critique, shared on Amazon Prime, emphasized that Van Dijk's lack of engagement allowed Dembele the space needed to set up a successful attack. The match ultimately ended in a penalty shootout, where Liverpool missed key opportunities, resulting in their elimination. Van Dijk called for the team to focus on future challenges, while Arne Slot acknowledged the difficulty of facing a strong opponent like PSG. Despite the defeat, Liverpool aims to bounce back in their upcoming Carabao Cup final against Newcastle.