In a thrilling Thursday of international fixtures, Liverpool had ten players don their national colors, showcasing the depth of talent within the squad. With many of their key players competing for their respective countries, the Reds had their eyes set on not just individual performances, but collective success.

However, the day was not without its disappointments. Ibrahima Konate struggled for France, being substituted at half-time due to a lackluster display. In an unfortunate turn of events, Alisson Becker sustained a head injury during Brazil's triumphant match against Colombia, which raises concerns about his availability for the critical clash against Argentina next Wednesday. Should Alisson be sidelined, Caoimhin Kelleher is poised to step up as the first-choice keeper, especially with a crucial Merseyside derby against Everton looming on April 2nd.

Kelleher, who has seen significant growth in his role with the Irish national team, was not completely satisfied with his performance during the 2-1 victory over Bulgaria, despite it being his 21st cap. The young goalkeeper was reportedly frustrated after conceding a soft goal from Martin Petkov in the opening minutes. The Irish media outlet RTE rated his performance as a modest six out of ten, citing the early strike that bobbled off the post. Nonetheless, Kelleher managed to find his footing as the match progressed, maintaining composure and demonstrating sound distribution skills.

Aside from Kelleher, it was a mixed bag for Liverpool's international contingent. Alisson and Andy Robertson both celebrated victories, with Brazil defeating Colombia and Scotland taking down Greece. Meanwhile, Liverpool's Luis Diaz, despite his side's defeat, shone brightly by scoring a goal for Colombia. Additionally, Cody Gakpo and Virgil van Dijk played a full match in the Netherlands' dramatic 2-2 draw against Spain.

Disappointment lingered for two other Reds, as Konate's France shockingly fell to Croatia with a 2-0 defeat, and Dominik Szoboszlai's Hungary suffered a 3-1 loss to Turkey.

As the international fixtures continue, all eyes will be on Liverpool's players to see how they rebound from these performances, particularly Kelleher's pivotal role for both club and country in the weeks ahead. Stay tuned for updates on Alisson’s injury status and the epic face-off against Everton!