Joel Matip's reaction to Richarlison's challenge on Thiago leaves Liverpool fans shocked

previous weekend's Merseyside derby thriller could t escape wrath of controversy. clash between two of top Premier League sides this season saw some horrendous physical display, with two Liverpool players left reeling with injuries. Virgil van Dijk had to be subbed off after a brutal challenge by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, while Richarlison's tackle on Thiago Alcantara resulted in a red card for Brazilian. 

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Van Dijk was subjected to a horrendous challenge from Pickford six minutes into derby. Dutchman had to exit game five minutes later. Furr tests conducted on defender after Everton vs Liverpool clash suggested that he had suffered an ACL injury. 

Following tests, club confirmed that Van Dijk will need to undergo surgery for same. He is w expected to miss nearly entirety of season. Everton winger Richarlison's cruel tackle on Thiago also infuriated Liverpool squad, with Joel Matip particularly incensed at challenge. 

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Richarlison tackle infuriates Joel Matip 

In a video that has gone viral since Merseyside derby, Joel Matip is seen walking angrily up to referee to demand a red card after Richarlison tackle on former Bayern Munich star. This isn't, however, first instance of an angry walk from defender. Two years ago, he was filmed in a similar situation after a similar tackle from Everton. 

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Fans react to Joel Matip's angry walk

Klopp provides Thiago injury update 

Speaking on midfielder's injury to Liverpool's official website, Jurgen Klopp claimed that Thiago suffered a 'proper kck' in Merseyside derby and more medical checks need to be done on him. manr confirmed that Thiago could miss Champions League opener against Ajax. 

However, Klopp insisted that Thiago's injury wasn't as series as Van Dijk's. Meanwhile, Naby Keita has returned to Melwood and might bag minutes against Eredivisie champions. Klopp confirmed that Keita has recovered from coronavirus and is available for selection. Joel Matip also suffered a slight kck after Merseyside derby but is expected to recover in time to make squad for game against Ajax.  

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