Ian Wright and Roy Keane Disagree on Conor Bradley's Performance Against Real Madrid
Conor Bradley delivered a strong performance in Liverpool's Champions League victory over Real Madrid, but opinions on his impact are split between Ian Wright and Roy Keane.
Match Overview
On Tuesday, Liverpool secured a vital 1-0 win against the 15-time European champions thanks to Alexis Mac Allister’s decisive goal. This victory was especially important as Trent Alexander-Arnold made his return to Anfield, with 27-year-old Conor Bradley stepping in as his replacement.
Different Views on Bradley's Performance
Bradley effectively contained Vinicius Jr, drawing praise for his defensive effort. Ian Wright commented:
“That’s why you want to see him up against a winger like that because that then takes him to another place, he did everything last night. He was fantastic to watch.”
Jeremie Frimpong also applauded Bradley’s defensive work, highlighting how he managed to “lock up” Vinicius throughout the match.
Conversely, Roy Keane questioned Bradley’s offensive contribution, pointing out his limited threat in the final third during Liverpool’s win.
Path to Form
Bradley is steadily regaining his best form, having impressed not only against Real Madrid but also in recent games against Aston Villa.
Summary: Conor Bradley’s defensive prowess against Real Madrid earned praise, yet his attacking influence remains a point of contention between experts.