Explained: Why Liverpool star Luis Diaz was nearly hooked at half-time against Man Utd despite scoring early brace

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Despite Luis Diaz, the Liverpool hero, scoring a first-half brace against Manchester United, Arne Slot almost decided to bench him at half-time. Diaz is originally from Colombia.

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Slot almost benched Diaz at halftime
Scored two goals in the first half against Manchester United.
Dissatisfied with the winger’s defensive efforts.

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