Alisson Becker 8
Stood up well when Williams was clear and some decent saves first half as Athletic threatened.
Trent Alexander-Arnold 7
Had one curled one effort saved early on and noticeably stepped into central areas whenever possible. Good set-piece deliveries.
Joel Matip 6
Prompted cheers when seeing off Williams in one tussle but pace of Athletic striker was a test, not least when nutmegged in the build-up to the equaliser.
Virgil van Dijk 6
Another start as he regains sharpness, although rustiness remains understandably apparent. Twice close with headers from Alexander-Arnold corners.
Andy Robertson 7
Bombed down the left flank with usual energy but his injury just before half-time will be a major concern so close to the start of the season.
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James Milner 6
Knitted play together well from a defensive midfield role but was bypassed on occasion by pace. Steady enough.
Naby Keita 7
Kept things simple in the engine room and his pressing initiating the opener, before becoming more prominent after break.
Harvey Elliott 8
Narrowly wide with one ambitious curling effort first half and then struck the woodwork with another later on. Always busy and doesn’t look out of place.
Mohamed Salah 7
Brought great save from Agirrezabala with one first-half curler and always a threat with his pace and movement.
Diogo Jota 8
Cool finish for the opening goal and had a header cleared off the line. Sharp and alert, appears in the box seat for a start at Norwich.
Sadio Mane 7
Lively again and pass set up the opener for Jota. First touch improved and put himself about.
Owen Beck (for Robertson 46) 6
Created opening for Jota with his first involvement but learning curve defensively.
Rhys Williams (for Van Dijk 72) 6
Slotted in at centre-back with the minimum of fuss.
Ben Woodburn (for Jota 72) 6
More minutes for the busy Welshman.
Jake Cain (for Keita 84)
Instantly involved in the attack.
Tyler Morton (for Elliott 84)
Curled one just over with his first touch.
