CaughtOffside rates the Liverpool players for their performances against Tottenham…
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Flick through the pages below to read our full list of ratings for Liverpool’s performance against Tottenham in their Premier League clash. Mario Balotelli impressed on his debut, but it was Raheem Sterling, Steven Gerrard and Alberto Moreno who scored the goals in a 3-0 win.
GK) Simon Mignolet – 7
Made one excellent stop to deny Nacer Chadli, and continued hos good start to the season.
RB) Javi Manquillo – 6
Glen Johnson faces a real battle to win his place in the team back from the impressive young Spaniard.
LB) Alberto Moreno – 8
Scored an outstanding solo goal after stealing the ball from Andros Townsend and defended well too.
CB) Dejan Lovren – 7
An outstanding late tackle to deny Emmanuel Adebayor, and several other crucial interventions.
CB) Mamadou Sakho – 6
Caught out a couple of times by the long ball, and looked nervy early on during his first start of the season. Grew into the game later on.
CM) Steven Gerrard – 7
Coolly slotted home his penalty and was his usual calm and collected self in midfield.
CM) Jordan Henderson – 8
Another all action performance from a player who is getting better and better. Lovely pass for the first goal.
CM) Joe Allen – 6
Won the penalty for the second goal, and did his job nicely.
RW) Daniel Strridge – 6
Caused problems with his movement, and showed promising signs linking up with Balotelli.
ST) Mario Balotelli – 6
Spurned several good chance to open his Liverpool account, but looked sharp and showed good hold-up play before being subbed on the hour mark.
LW) Raheem Sterling – 9
Grabbed the crucial first goal and was a bundle of energy and skill once again.
Manager: Brendan Rodgers – 8
His team bounced back well from the Manchester City defeat. They were set up perfectly and did a great job for him.
Subs:
1) Emre Can – 6 – A comfortable half an hour for the midfielder.
2) Lazar Markovic – 5 – Was quiet, but the game was already won.
3) Jose Enrique – 5 – Returned to a warm reception from the Liverpool fans after a long term injury.
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