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100% pass success, 100% tackle success – Liverpool star earns special praise from national team boss

Liverpool look to have found a gem in Jeremy Jacquet, who was in excellent form for the French national team in last night’s game against Italy. The 21-year-old established himself as a top young talent at former club Rennes, but…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 9:52 AM
100% pass success, 100% tackle success – Liverpool star earns special praise from national team boss
Key Things to Know
  • France manager Zinedine Zidane praised Liverpool's Jeremy Jacquet after an impressive display against Italy.
  • Jacquet registered a 100% pass success rate and a 100% tackle success rate in the 1-1 draw.
  • The 21-year-old defender also recorded two interceptions and two clearances for France.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet received high praise from France manager Zinedine Zidane following his standout performance in a 1-1 draw against Italy. The 21-year-old French talent recorded a 100% pass success rate and won 100% of his tackles during the match, earning post-match commendations from Zidane alongside widespread acclaim from French media.

Jacquet, who joined Liverpool from Rennes while carrying an injury, also contributed two clearances and two interceptions. Mark Brus suggests that Jacquet's resurgence in form could provide crucial defensive depth for Liverpool following the summer departure of Ibrahima Konate and the loan signing of Ronald Araujo.

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