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Alexander-Arnold compared to free-kick legend Beckham after Watford stunner

The full-back's prowess from dead ball situations caught the eye of observers both inside and outside Anfield over the weekend

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has been likened to Manchester United and England's former free-kick specialist David Beckham after netting a memorable strike against Watford.

The England international, 20, is making a name for himself as a deadly executor of set pieces.

And he caught the eye again on Saturday as the Reds eased to a 3-0 win over the Hornets to keep pace with Premier League leaders Manchester City.

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Alexander-Arnold gave Ben Foster no chance with a fine effort to put his side two up in the second half after Mohamed Salah's opener, before Roberto Firmino rounded off the rout.