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Stephen Warnock critiques Liverpool target Barcola in World Cup match

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Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Stephen Warnock critiques Liverpool target Barcola in World Cup match

Summary

During France's World Cup win over Paraguay, Stephen Warnock criticized reported Liverpool transfer target Bradley Barcola for having a quiet performance. Despite France advancing with a narrow 1-0 victory, Warnock stated Barcola needed to be more involved. The forward did complete all 13 passes and made five dribbles, but had a low expected goals (xG) of 0.04 and lost possession 10 times. Barcola was substituted shortly after making a brief impact. Liverpool remains interested in Barcola as they seek to strengthen their squad this summer.

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By the Numbers

•France wins 1-0 against Paraguay to reach the quarter-finals.
•Bradley Barcola had a mixed performance, completing all 13 passes.
•Warnock noted Barcola was too quiet during the match.
•Barcola was substituted after limited involvement in the game.
•Liverpool is targeting Barcola as a potential summer signing.

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8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Stephen Warnock critical of ‘quiet’ Liverpool transfer target despite perfect stat in World Cup win

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Stephen Warnock felt that one reported Liverpool transfer target had a ‘quiet’ performance despite his nation progressing in the World Cup on Saturday.France became the second team to advance to t...
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