Liverpool were left frustrated at Goodison Park as they could only draw 2-2 with table-topping Everton despite going into the lead twice through goals from Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah.
Amidst all the controversy over VAR and refereeing decisions, with Jordan Pickford fortunate to escape receiving a red card and Liverpool unhappy with Jordan Henderson's late goal being ruled out, Thiago Alcantara impressed Reds fans once again.
This was his first Liverpool start for the club having come off the bench for 45 minutes at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea, and he slotted into his maiden Merseyside derby with ease.
Having played against the very best in the Champions League, of course, this was no huge surprise, but it was at least a hint of what might be to come for the Spaniard in the coming months.
Liverpool fans were certainly excited at that prospect, if a little frustrated at the result - and keen to point out that his showing was a reason to be positive.
Thiago was injured in the challenge which saw Richarlison get sent off late on in the game.
At the time of writing, it is unclear exactly how serious that is, though Jurgen Klopp did admit it 'didn't look good' at full-time.
Liverpool face Ajax next as their Champions League campaign gets underway.
