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Giorgi Mamardachvili, Alisson's backup at Liverpool, is under pressure as the Brazilian is injured. Why is it crucial for him to shine in the Champions League quarter-finals against PSG?
Currently 25 years old, Mamardachvili faces a significant challenge. Alisson, sidelined due to a groin injury, won't be available until the end of April. This means the Georgian goalkeeper must take the reins of the team as Liverpool prepares to face PSG at the Parc des Princes. Last year, Alisson was the hero in this very match, helping the Reds secure a 1-0 victory.
Mamardachvili, who signed with Liverpool in the summer of 2024 after an impressive Euro, spent an additional season on loan at Valencia CF. His former coach, Jose Manuel Ochotorena, advised him to seize the opportunity to join Liverpool while reminding him of the importance of balancing ambition and patience. However, his debut season at Liverpool has been mixed, with only 5 wins in 14 matches, and a contract extension for Alisson until 2027. Mamardachvili knows his moment could come soon, but he must prove his worth on the pitch.
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