Who was back to his best? Player ratings for Crystal Palace v Liverpool

What the report says

Liverpool’s Premier League win at Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park is the focus of BBC Sport Football’s player ratings piece, which assessed individual performances after a match in which Alexis Mac Allister, Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak scored. The result, published by BBC Sport on 21 August, was described as one that added to the pressure on Palace boss Pierre Sage. The article mainly serves as a ratings roundup rather than a full match report.

BBC Sport judged Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker the standout performer, giving him the highest mark after several key saves, including a notable reaction stop before Liverpool took the lead. Mac Allister was praised for opening the scoring with a well-taken header, while Wirtz was credited with his first Premier League goal of the season and an assist for Isak. Isak was also highlighted for his movement and late goal, and Dominik Szoboszlai was noted for his passing and involvement in the buildup.

For Palace, Yeremy Pino emerged as one of the brighter players, with the report saying he caused problems and was unlucky not to score. Tyrick Mitchell also drew positive mention for his attacking contribution, while Dean Henderson made some good saves despite conceding three times. Several Palace defenders were rated lower, reflecting Liverpool’s superior finishing and control in decisive moments.

The piece also included BBC Sport user ratings, which broadly aligned with the editors’ assessment and reinforced Alisson’s position as player of the match.