30/01/2019

Liverpool v Leicester | Player Ratings

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I’m not angry, I’m just disappointed. Still, five points clear. A frustrating and in areas, poor performance. Think positive though.Alisson – 6 Not sure if it was him or his missus who got pregnant earlier this week because at times it felt like he had baby brain. Some sloppy passes in difficult conditions created some bad situations.Hendo – 6Right back, right wing back? Fuck knows. Either way he was played out of position because of injuries. Even the biggest critics of Hendo can’t be too harsh on him. Well maybe. Deserves a lot of credit for being chucked in at the deep end. Matip – 6Called him Matipdonna the other week and he showed glimpses of his mazy runs again but overshadowed by poor communication and positioning on numerous occasions. The whole back line looked weak at times. Big Virg – 6 Switched off for the Leicester goal. Just didn’t seem himself today, by his own high standards that is. Looked frustrated and appeared to be the only one pushing for another goal towards the end, lacked movement in front of him.

Robertson – 6Much like Virgil, Robbo didn’t seem at it, he didn’t have the space further up the pitch he normally has. The free kick leading to the goal was daft and there really wasn’t any need. Gini – 7The best of our midfield in my opinion, came deep in the first half to help out the defence and pushed on a little more during the second. As always he does the dirty work really well. Keita – 5The lads completely shot of confidence isn’t he. Not sure how many times you can make the excuse of coming up against a low block side doesn’t suit him. In his defence he probably should have had a penalty but that was the highlight of his night. Shaqiri – 5.5Poor little Powercube. Feels like he does so much better when coming on as a sub. Everyone struggled going forward for Liverpool today, it’s hard to find space when teams play a 5-5 formation. Add to that trying to get the ball past Harry Maguires huge fucking head, you have yourself a problem. Mane – 7.5We saw Mané at his best at times tonight. Driving at players, creating chances, nice touches and a composed finish for his goal! Full of confidence and I love him!

Salah – 6.5Quiet night all round for the front three really, besides the goal. Mo remained a threat all game but was just crowded out by a stubborn Leicester defence. And Harry Maguire’s slab head. Firmino – 7 Some nice link up play from Bobby as always, gets bonus points for his defensive work, especially that goal line block. Let me know your thoughts below! 16+ PODCASTS P/MONTH