Florian Wirtz and Virgil van Dijk score for Liverpool internationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

In international action on October 1, Liverpool's Florian Wirtz captained Germany in a UEFA Nations League match against Serbia, contributing to a 2-0 victory. Wirtz scored one goal and assisted another in a standout performance. Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk helped the Netherlands secure a comeback in their match against Greece, equalizing with a header to make it 2-2. Both players showcased their skills under the watch of Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who praised Wirtz for his impactful display. Liverpool's players appear to be performing well on the international stage, offering a hopeful outlook for the club.
- •Florian Wirtz scored and assisted in Germany's 2-0 win over Serbia.
- •Wirtz completed 94% of his passes and created six key passes.
- •Virgil van Dijk scored a header in the Netherlands' comeback 2-2 draw with Greece.
- •Wirtz captained Germany for the first time under Jürgen Klopp.
- •Liverpool players are making significant impacts in international matches.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool Internationals: Wirtz, and Van Dijk Score
"Papa Klopp with a big-time confidence boost.
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