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Tom Cavilla

Naby Keita shows Liverpool what they are lacking with AFCON display but will miss next match

Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita has maintained his impressive start to the Africa Cup of Nations.

The 26-year-old was named Man of the Match in Guinea's opening two group stage matches against Malawi and Senegal and scored a stunning goal against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.

His well-taken finish found the top-left corner, but his country were unable to find another goal and suffered a 2-1 defeat.

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Despite this loss, Guinea are through to the knockout phase of the competition and have qualified from Group B alongside Sadio Mane's Senegal.

Plenty of Liverpool supporters have been paying close attention to developments at AFCON, and were delighted to see Keita making his mark in another contest.

The Reds have struggled to see the best of the Guinean on a regular basis due to injury setbacks, but have been particularly encouraged by his performances and remain hopeful this form can continue on Merseyside upon his return.

Despite helping his country reach the next round of the tournament, Keita will play no part in this game due to picking up multiple yellow cards at AFCON.

The Liverpool man was book against Senegal last Friday and was cautioned again in the 91st minute of today's defeat to Zimbabwe.

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