Liverpool 1-0 Stoke City: Premier League Player Ratings, With Glen Johnson The Late Goal Hero

RW) Raheem Sterling – 7

Caused Stoke problems, particularly in the second-half, and came close with one shot across goal. One crucial goal-line clearance at the other end.

LW) Philippe Coutinho – 6

Linked up well with Sterling and made a couple of decent runs from midfield. Replaced late on as Liverpool protected their lead.

ST) Rickie Lambert – 6

Came close to scoring for a third game in succession as his header struck the bar. Thankfully, Glen Johnson was on hand for the rebound.