Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno has brushed off criticism of his performances, claiming ‘even Lionel Messi can make mistakes’.
Moreno has faced fresh scrutiny following an error-strewn showing during the Reds’ opening Premier League win over Arsenal last weekend.
The left-back conceded an early penalty and was subsequently at fault for Theo Walcott breaking the deadlock at the Emirates Stadium.
But Moreno, also held culpable for last season’s Europa League final defeat to Sevilla, insists that he is unfazed by the inquests into his Anfield career.
“In football everyone can make mistakes, even Lionel Messi can make mistakes, we’re all human,” he told The World Game.
“It’s about keeping going and keeping positive. I love Liverpool Football Club, I’m happy with my form and how I’ve played. The fans are happy with me as well.”
He added: “I’ve got a lot of belief in myself. Football is about opinions, and not everyone watching a game can have the same opinion.
“I realise you can get criticism, both positive and negative. There are thousands of fans and everyone likes to have their opinion.
“But it’s not about taking notice whether three or four people criticise a performance. It’s better not to read the press.
“It’s best just to keep an open mind and avoid reading too much into what is written.
“I believe as a footballer it is all about living day to day and letting your achievements do the talking. The confidence that I have is having played 90 games in two seasons for a team like Liverpool.
“If three or four individuals want to carry on, then let them. It doesn’t bother me.”