Liverpool forward Takumi Minamino grabbed himself a goal whilst away on international duty with Japan this week, but he certainly wasn’t alone.
The 26-year-old, currently on loan at Southampton, was one of a staggering nine different goal scorers as Japan dismantled Mongolia 14-0 in a World Cup 2022 qualifier.
Taking place in an empty Fukuda Denshi Arena in Chiba, Minamino delivered a composed finish to find the corner – a goal which can be watched here [Footage courtesy of NHK].
Since signing from Red Bull Salzburg last January, the versatile Japanese attacker had struggled to hold down a regular place in Jurgen Klopp’s plans.
It was the lack of game time that saw Minamino be permitted to leave on loan on deadline day.
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There’s no doubting Minamino’s quality, as he has proven since arriving on the South Coast.
However, what can be questioned is the forward’s suitability to Klopp’s style – with the German himself admitting Divock Origi had previously been preferred due to his additional height.
This summer will be a tipping point in the 28-cap star’s Anfield career.
