TalkSPORT reporter has made a bold assertion regarding Luis Diaz following Villarreal’s second-half performance in the Champions League.
It wasn’t just his goal that put his team into the Champions League final. But his performance after coming off the bench as well. His teammates and analysts hailed Diaz’s performance against Liverpool. While Cundy went so far as to compare him to Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar.
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On the heels of signing for Liverpool earlier this year, Diaz is already a key player in the Reds’ quest for an unprecedented quadruple.
Who and Why made this statement?
Luis Diaz is a better player than Neymar, according to Jason Cundy, who has called the Brazilian ‘overrated.’ In his opinion, Luis Diaz is superior to Neymar. Rather than him, “I’d rather have Diaz.”
A fan called in and suggested that Diaz will be just as excellent as Neymar in two or three years, to which Cundy said, “Don’t put Diaz in the same category as Neymar. Neymar is overrated!”
He was asked about his assertion by Jamie O’Hara, and his response was: “You’re darn right I would!.” Cundy’s daring claim naturally split internet attitudes.
Fans Reaction
One Twitter user wrote: “Not as skillful or talented as Neymar, but that doesn’t matter. Diaz is more affective and a team player!.” A second tweeted: “Diaz shouldn’t even be in the same sentence as Neymar.”
A third has been added “Neymar receives absurd criticism. Is it possible that people have forgotten all of his accomplishments and talent?” Another said, “I’d rather have Diaz than Neymar right now.”
Luis Diaz Vs Neymar(Stats-21/22)
As a Liverpool player, Diaz has been outstanding. He’s already had an effect, scoring and assisting on both of the team’s goals. In 29 appearances for Liverpool so far this season, he has seven goals and three assists to his credit.
On the other side, Neymar is having a disappointing season compared to his previous high expectations. At PSG, he has scored just 11 goals and is on pace to suffer his poorest season since his spectacular move to the French capital in 2017.
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