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Jamie Carragher identifies Liverpool change that could prove “pivotal” in trophy quest

As the Reds prepare for the second half of the season, Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher has voiced his belief that Luis Diaz’s form might be a significant boost.

Jurgen Klopp’s squad advanced to the FA Cup quarterfinals with a 3-0 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Even though Mikel Arteta’s team had the better of the possession and the better of the chances, they were defeated in the dying moments of the second half.

After an own goal by Jakub Kiwior put Liverpool ahead in the 80th minute, Diaz scored an excellently placed strike in stoppage time of the second half to put the game away. One of his finest outings recently, the Colombian international was a mainstay on defense and an effective creator for his team.

At the conclusion of the game, Carragher praised Diaz. “Winning today wasn’t my priority for the team. It was no injuries or replay, but once the game starts, you can’t help but be desperate for the win!” the ex-Anfield ace said on social media. What appears to be the genuine Luis Diaz has returned in these past two games, which could be crucial for @LFC, is a huge result.

Klopp was understandably ecstatic with the outcome, but he wasted no time in pointing out that a cup victory over Arsenal has little bearing on the Premier League title figҺt this season. The Reds manager wasted no time putting an end to such rumors at his post-match press conference on Sunday.

“No,” Klopp said when asked if there was any meaning to the victory. Not me. Just because I can’t doesn’t imply no one can. For instance, if we were to draw away at Manchester City in the FA Cup next round, we would face Bournemouth, Chelsea, and Arsenal in the next round. It’s quite challenging.

Nothing makes sense to me. This league is insanely tough, yet you’ll need to figure out a way to succeed. We only need to discover one of the many possible strategies to win the game. I’ve said it before. I know that seems easier than it actually is, but it worked for tonight. Then that’s great.