30 Oct 2016 00:00:47
Ed- have u completed the match review yet? I am looking forward to it!

{Ed001's Note - That display totally summed up Liverpool this season - stunningly brilliant going forward, though wasteful, but still scoring for fun, but totally inept in defence and the architect of our own misfortune. First half was total dominance, except for one bad error, second half we looked nervous but still clearly the only side that offered any threat from our own play. It could, maybe even should, have been a 6 or 7 nil win, as Palace offered little in attack, they were relying on mistakes from Liverpool for every opportunity they got.

Pardew's whining about the referee was purely deflection from his own ineptitude as a manager, as he was given a tactical lesson by a much better manager. He should stop complaining about others and start looking at himself, as he was useless. While Klopp had a plan of action and got his players to carry it out on the pitch, as usual Pardew had no idea what to do, other than hope his players could come up with something to rescue his sorry arse from a hiding.

Karius - decent enough performance, until he got nervy in the second half, along with the rest of the team. Nothing he could do with either goal. The first he was racing out to the edge of the area, so kept his hands down, the second was just too good a header for him to stop. Clearly still needs confidence, which particularly showed when the team got jittery, as he also picked up those jitters with a few misplaced kicks. All in all, he really did not have enough to do to judge him.

Clyne - the usual from Clyne, decent but nothing special either in a bad way or good way. His timing of his runs is usually very good, but he lacks quality on the ball and his decision making is not the best. Never troubled defensively, but never really troubled them enough when he got forward.

Matip - at times he was excellent, especially his header for the goal, which he smashed straight through the keeper. He just needs a better partner at the back alongside him.

Lovren - looked like the Lovren that Brendan Rodgers managed, rather than the one Klopp has been working with. Horrendous errors on both goals, but a good header for his own. He is so inconsistent that it will be his downfall. Also needs to learn to attack defensive headers or ease the attacker under it, to stop them getting a clean run on the ball, like they did for their second. Instead he was caught waiting for the ball to come to him, a proper schollboy error.

Moreno - a really good game for him, he was a constant threat to their defence time after time, played some lovely football and got back to defend as well. His contribution was key in the attack. He needs to keep up that level now.

Lallana - a mixed game for him, as usual his workrate was fantastic, his touch first class and he created some great opportunities. Unfortunately, there were signs of the old, frustrating Lallana there as well, extra, unneeded touches and a Cruyff turn back into trouble when there were acres of space in front of him to attack or play someone else in. Still, he was involved in most of the play, so not a bad game overall.

Henderson - excellent. From defence splitting passes to defensive cover, Hendo was an essential part of that performance. It tells you a lot about just how good Coutinho was that Henderson was not going home with the MOM trophy. He is maturing into a top class player and a true captain.

Can - he was also really good yesterday, with some fantastic passing (and great vision to spot the pass) and some excellent runs, plus chasing back and getting involved in defending. However, I am not convinced he gels well with Lallana overall. While they play the role in different ways, they still perform the same role, rather than complimenting each other. Yesterday though, it worked really well.

Mane - his pace and ability terrified Palace yesterday, unfortunately he seemed to have his boots on the wrong feet and messed up a few really good chances with poor shooting. His presence prevented Palace from pushing up to play a higher line and compressing the play, giving us the space to create chances. Just a shame he was not able to finish off any of his chances.

Firmino - as usual excellent. The problem for Roberto is that he is so good it has become normal. He scored, created, chased, harried, defended and showed some beautiful bits of skill, all par for the course for him. The lad is a special talent and is making a huge difference to the team. What a player!

Coutinho - a truly sensational performance. He was everywhere, doing everything from powerhouse tackles to skipping past their players like they didn't exist. Fully deserved the man of the match, they tried everything they could to stop him, though, other than standing on him while he was on the floor, they couldn't get close enough to stop him.

Subs:
Wijnaldum - did ok, looked more suited to playing alongside Can than Lallana did. Never really had time to make a major impact though.
Origi - never had time to show anything.
Klavan - barely had time to get on the pitch, let alone affect the game.

1.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 08:35:45
Actually there was a moment when they actually stood over him near the touchline.

2.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 08:43:52
agreed mostly except that Clyne did contribute attack with pass to mane for a sure goal but mane fluff it.

3.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 08:48:01
Agree with most but moreno, great going forward but he makes everyone nervous, lovern clearly didn't trust him and that contributed to his mistake pity about Sakho he would be perfect with matip.

No complaints though great to watch with the chances we are creating someone is going to get battered! .

4.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 08:47:15
Great appraisal, Ed. I thoroughly agree with your assessment of Hendo and the often-maligned Moreno.
Firmino is rapidly turning into a world-class player. He is looking like a bargain buy this season in the same way Suarez did in his second year with us. He has bags of ability and skill; a real physical presence; unbelievable desire and workrate; a solid header and a great shot. Additionally (and for me most importantly) he is a team player and will pass rather than shoot when the situation demands it. Hugely impressive.

5.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 09:13:20
Do you think we need a centre back better than lovren? And are we looking at someone?

{Ed001's Note - yes, and yes we are looking to upgrade now Sakho has burnt his bridges.}

6.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 09:18:40
Great review, thanks ed1.

7.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 08:59:41
I used to love picking up the Sunday papers and reading the reports and opinions while having a coffee at home. No longer at home and miss picking up the papers for this.
Really appreciate You taking the time and I so look forward to your match report and opinion each week.
B.

8.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 09:46:27
If Firmino being THAT good is normal, then think again about just how good lil Phil was for us to be raving like we are about him!

9.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 10:44:43
That cut back for the first goal by Moreno was just class and great composure. He would flourish with a right midfielder alongside Henderson, someone who could hold the position well. Milner provides practically nothing going forward while Moreno gives us width.

Marcus Alonso and Victor Mosses is so much benefiting with Matic and Kante in the middle.

10.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 11:59:06
Lovren still has a mistake in him and tho he made up for it, the first goal was his fault and the second one is a combo of Moreno not closing down the cross and Lovren not attacking the cross while McCartthy attacked it and scored. We may need another CB if we can't improve Lovren, I'm afraid.

11.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 09:50:05
You have any names to give us in regards to who the upgrade could be? Or is it too early?

{Ed001's Note - it is not looking like a January change, so it is too early to say.}

12.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 10:18:49
Ed1, any idea when we'll look to upgrade? Also, do know who we're looking at (at cb)

{Ed001's Note - looks like it will be summer now mate.}

13.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 15:28:23
Agree with the comments eds- but am I the only one who thought the cross for the 2nd could have been cut out? I hate this trend of full backs backing off with their hands behind their backs. Just get stuck in and prevent the cross coming in!

{Ed001's Note - yes, I think pretty much everyone thinks that was a mistake, but it seems to be the modern way.}

14.) 30 Oct 2016
30 Oct 2016 09:09:02
Dare I say it but apart ftom 1 minute of "bumble bee man" defending, thought Moreno was excellent.