Starting line-up: (4-4-2)
Reina
Johnson Skrtel Agger Enrique
Henderson Lucas Adam Downing
Carroll Suarez
LFC scorers: Adam, Carroll
LFC Player of the game:
Suarez
In the absence of captain Gerrard for his long-term ankle infection problem, Suarez had again taken on leadership role in the team with his dribbling, flair and aggressiveness in attack. He won a penalty for Adam and created a great scoring chance for Carroll. He was basically everything in all LFC's attack moves.
Insight:
LFC has been mostly playing better in away games than home games this season. The reason I can explain is they has been facing too much expectation and pressure from the home supporters. For LFC to win games, it's vital to finish off scoring chances early in the game. To be honest, Suarez was lucky to win a penalty in the game. Carroll was hyped as a heading machine, but had scored all his three goals this season by his feet! It's devastating that the combination of Downing and Carroll has failed to create even one single headed goal so far! They sure must look into the mirror! Among all the new comers this season, Downing has been the most disappointing. Although he has no less than 2 post-hitting shots so far, it's incredible he hasn't won 1 assist so far! Even the heavily criticized but mis-used Henderson has scored goals and got assists already! Left-back Jose Enrique has been very impressive for his defending, ball control and long passes/crosses. Adam has shown his inability in tackling, but has also scored goals and made accurate long-range passes. To sum it up, high priced tag signings Downing, Henderson and Carroll struggled more often. Whereas, bargain signings Enrique, Adam and Bellamy have done well so far. Clearly, the transfer price tags have given players heavy pressure to perform.
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