I knew it would be a tough game against Spurs, but having such a lousy start to the new season is disappointing. Their low pre-season form can't persist into the League - they must shape up and have only three days to do so!
Skrtl and Carragher were not convicing at all, all a bit chaotic. Torres had one of his bad games (something Liverpool can't afford!), and the harmony between the attackers isn't there yet. Benayoun brought creativity and drive to the game, Voronin can be crucial, too. Lucas is not good enough, and Mascherano needs to shape up fast.
Their 2:1 loss to Spurs last season was a turning point for the Reds, but I hope it won't have the same negative effect as last year. It's early in the season, but if you want to win the title, you must get the points - that's what Man U does, last season and again today. It's these narrow victories on a consistent basis that earns a team three points - and that's all that counts in the end.
How costly Alonso's departure will be, will become evident in the weeks to come. I'm not sure whether the new Italian signing can make good for it. Gerrard should fall back into midfield and Voronin should play alongside Torres. Benayoun should get more of the game, as he brings some more creative force to it. Let's see what they'll get going against Stoke on Wednesday...
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