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Florian Wirtz creates nine chances in Liverpool's ongoing match against Brentford

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Florian Wirtz creates nine chances in Liverpool's ongoing match against Brentford

Summary

Liverpool is currently facing Brentford on October 17, 2026, with Florian Wirtz creating nine scoring opportunities so far. Despite Wirtz leading the Premier League in chances created, his physical struggles have raised concerns about his performance level. His efforts included five chances in the second half following a player dismissal by Brentford. Despite these opportunities, his overall influence and success rate in duels remain low, reflecting ongoing challenges in his adaptation to the Premier League's physical demands.

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By the Numbers

•Florian Wirtz created nine chances against Brentford.
•He leads the Premier League in opportunities created this season.
•Liverpool faces Brentford in an active match.
•Wirtz's physicality continues to be a concern.
•He recorded only an 11.1% success rate in duels.

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6:22 PMCBS Sports — Liverpool's Florian Wirtz challenge: Do nine chances created in 2-1 win outweigh being physically overmatched?

What they're saying

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Liverpool's $135 million playmaker leads the Premier League in chances created, but ongoing physical struggles raise questions about whether he can ever truly dominate in England
— CBS Sportsby James Benge

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