Liverpool Fc @ Anfield - Reds Supporters Gatherings

[owen10]

Originally Posted by Hurricane88

a win is a win...3 points on the 1st match...nothing to complain...

True la bro but it was a very uncomfortable, nervy win.

A lot of work for BR to do.

Credit to Saints for taking the game to us. They could hv even won, with some luck.

At least very very happy we won't tio suan like the devil fans la!

[francined69]

Can't wait to see Lazar Markovic play but he is not assigned number in the team???

[escobar43535]

Reds were sluggish especially in the 2nd half, both Lucas and Gerrard were pretty poor. Lady luck was with Liverpool today , but like the rest have said, 3 points in the bag is all that really matters.

Lambert also needs a goal to boost his confidence asap.

Hope to see more balance, zest and energy from the Reds in the next match and beyond.

Still have Lallana, Markovic and Moreno to add to the mix as well and just maybe another worthwhile striker.

[chochochang2]

Overall a very shaky performance especially after the first half. Credits to Southampton, they really came at us in the second half and the equalizer had been coming for some time.

In my opinion, new boy Manquillo played very well. A pity he was booked.

Lucas was very sloppy in his passing and tracking back. If we had another holding midfielder to complement Gerrard, I'm sure he won't be in the starting XI.

The forward 3 of Coutinho, Sturridge and Sterling needs to press more from the front and play closer to the midfielders. Seems like only Henderson and later on Allen were the only ones doing all the closing down and high pressing.

[chochochang2]

Originally Posted by francined69

Can't wait to see Lazar Markovic play but he is not assigned number in the team???

I believe he'll wear number 50, the same as when he was still at Benfica and during pre-season with Liverpool.

[KIM99]

Originally Posted by masterwanker

Next match will be very tough.

Yeap with we going away to City. But there will be some changes in the line up vs City. BR will want to test his best 11 against them.

[KIM99]

Originally Posted by chochochang2

Overall a very shaky performance especially after the first half. Credits to Southampton, they really came at us in the second half and the equalizer had been coming for some time.

In my opinion, new boy Manquillo played very well. A pity he was booked.

Lucas was very sloppy in his passing and tracking back. If we had another holding midfielder to complement Gerrard, I'm sure he won't be in the starting XI.

The forward 3 of Coutinho, Sturridge and Sterling needs to press more from the front and play closer to the midfielders. Seems like only Henderson and later on Allen were the only ones doing all the closing down and high pressing.

Manquillo have the quality playing as attacking right back he just need to tune into BPL play style.

As for the mid. It looks like Lucas heart is not there I thought Allen should be a better choice vs City. We really need some closing down when vs City.

[bochapsing]

Originally Posted by KIM99

Manquillo have the quality playing as attacking right back he just need to tune into BPL play style.

As for the mid. It looks like Lucas heart is not there I thought Allen should be a better choice vs City. We really need some closing down when vs City.

Hard fought 3-pts...

Manquillo had a good game, look to be a steal if he continues to improves... hope to see Moreno soon too...

Gerrard is not a defensive midfielder, he does not have the legs anymore. he is now more of a deep laying playmaker and needs a tough tackling DM to play alongside with.
Lucas did not play well and Allen is not a DM too, so we ended up leaving too much space in front of our back 4 in the match. Will be in big trouble when playing against Man C..
Can seems to be our best option to partner Gerrard, hope to see him in action next week...

Lambert came on and worked his socks off. He offered an useful alternative in our attacks from the bench..

[masterwanker]

Originally Posted by KIM99

Manquillo have the quality playing as attacking right back he just need to tune into BPL play style.

As for the mid. It looks like Lucas heart is not there I thought Allen should be a better choice vs City. We really need some closing down when vs City.

I certainly see bright future for young lad. He certainly will give Johnson a run for his money.

[KIM99]

Originally Posted by bochapsing

Hard fought 3-pts...

Manquillo had a good game, look to be a steal if he continues to improves... hope to see Moreno soon too...

Gerrard is not a defensive midfielder, he does not have the legs anymore. he is now more of a deep laying playmaker and needs a tough tackling DM to play alongside with.
Lucas did not play well and Allen is not a DM too, so we ended up leaving too much space in front of our back 4 in the match. Will be in big trouble when playing against Man C..
Can seems to be our best option to partner Gerrard, hope to see him in action next week...

Lambert came on and worked his socks off. He offered an useful alternative in our attacks from the bench..

I see that Can may need a few more games to adjust to the BPL style. He is still shacky during the pre seasons. lets hope he can find his pace soon.

As there is no better DM, Allen was kinda make to run around chasing ball and this could be happening during MC's game as MC's player really need to be close down esp their wings. Lucas seems kinda slow and he like to give silly free kick near danger area.

As for Moreno, he should be able to come in and fill the LB void as I sense he had no problem at all. He can't made it for the Saint's game because of his paper work not done in time and can't register for that game.

MC's game should get in Markovic and lallana readay and playing as we need more options Vs team like MC...I can see Sterling and coutinho will be heavily marked tgt with the main striker.

[Hurricane88]

Originally Posted by owen10

True la bro but it was a very uncomfortable, nervy win.
A lot of work for BR to do.

I always like a team to build on their success...even though win ugly but ultimately we win...dun like teams to feel the complacency and then get caught in bad period...Pool worked hard to secure the win and then hold on the ball to win...winning is enough...in the past we dun hold on enough like MU and Che...we tried to score more goals but then we got punished on the defence...

we had change the defence with Lovren and Manquillo...think BR will change more after trying out Moreno and others...

I see Lucas and Johnson days numbered...impressed with Henderson improvements...

I knew BR wants to make Sterling a big star...so no hurry to sign big name Striker if non available...now is Sterling to shine on the big stage if he can emulate many big names in the past...

[Grounded Eagle]

Originally Posted by KIM99

MC's game should get in Markovic and lallana readay and playing as we need more options Vs team like MC...

Markovic is touch n go for the MC game..... even if he does make it for the MC game I do not see him playing the full 90 mins as he is not yet match fit.

Lallana is still undergoing treatment for his injury and will not be available for another few weeks...... BR dun expect him to return to the pitch until early October.

[masterwanker]

Some post match observations after emotions had cooled down.

1) I see some positives in the games. Certain players stood out : Steerling , Sturridge , Henderson , Loveren and Manquillo all deserve ratings of above 6.5 from me .

2) The rest simply did not show up. Johnson and Lucas were the worst culprits.

3) Liverpool played well in the first half. Again same old same old. I guess old habits die hard.

4) Liverpool came alive again after the 2 substitutions were made. Well done by Rodgers.

5) The defense look better with Lovren organizing the back four. Mignolet was in sixes and sevens in the first half. His saves in the second half however helped Liverpool to win 3 points.

6) A new SAS were born

7) It was an improvement. A win over Southampton compared to a loss last season.

8) Liverpool lacked the killer instinct upfront. Surely Liverpool need another an out & out striker.We can't depend on SAS all the time.

9) Referee had a good game.

10) Southampton took the game to Liverpool in the second half and was unlucky not to get an equalizer.

11) At the end of the day 3 points was all that matters.

12) Liverpool can survive without Luis Suarez.

[chochochang2]

Official news just in that Lazar Marković has chosen to wear the number 50 for Liverpool.

[francined69]

Luis Suarez was sold for 65 million pounds only????? and his new buyout clause at FCB is 200 million Euros??????

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...kers-unveiling

Petr Cech would be welcomed addition to LFC.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...seas-petr-cech