Watford forward Ismaila Sarr admitted he was "really, really disappointed" following the club's 3-0 win over Premier League leaders Liverpool.
The 22-year-old scored twice at Vicarage Road on Saturday night as Nigel Pearson's men ended Liverpool's 44-game unbeaten run in England's top flight with a shock victory.
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But Sarr, who was the stand out player for Watford, slated his own performance in a post-match interview that showcased his elite mentality.
"I'm really, really disappointed because I really wanted the ball today," he told reporters.
"I had a big chance to get the hat-trick. I'll try for the next game to get the points for my team."
Sarr's performance shouldn't have come as a surprise to the Liverpool squad.
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At the start of the season, Sadio Mane warned his teammates about Sarr's potential.
"The first day he signed I sent him a message to say good luck and that I was happy for him," Mane told The Athletic in August.
"He's rapid. I think defenders will struggle.
"Last time I was speaking to Robbo (Andy Robertson) I said: 'Watford have a really good player. I will need to help you more otherwise Ismaila Sarr will kill you, because he is a good dribbler and very, very fast'."
Mane isn't the only player to praise Sarr's talent.
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Watford teammate Troy Deeney was nothing but complimentary about the Senegalese international's ability after the full-time whistle on Saturday.
"Ismaila Sarr is an unbelievable player, unbelievable talent." he told BBC.
"He still has a lot to learn, and will continue to learn, but I think it's a full team performance."
Thoughts on Sarr's performance against Liverpool? Could he be the next big thing?
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