Liverpool put up a
scintillating first half performance to inflict Chelsea with their first defeat
of the season. Here are my five talking points.
Magical Henderson: the
Liverpool captain curled a beautiful goal in from 30 yards out to make the
scores 2-0 which effectively put his side into firm control. The goal is
reminisce of ex-captain, Steven Gerrard. Liverpool may have just found Captain
Fantastic 2.0. His performance is a way of silencing his doubters.
Klopp’s Stamford Bridge
joy: for the second away game in row at Chelsea, Klopp has come out victorious.
The German will go into his next trip to Stamford Bridge with even more
confidence as he seeks to continue his dominance over Chelsea’s home turf.
Chelsea defence needs
leadership: the Blues fielded a very experience defence on Friday night. However,
the know-how of the defenders has not translated into any leadership qualities
in the absence of John Terry. David Luiz has never been a leader, and it does
not look like he will be anytime soon. With a good leader to organise Chelsea’s
defence, Lovren would not have been left alone for Liverpool’s opener.
Hazard subdued: much of the pre-game talks has been of the Belgian’s renaissance under Conte. But in this game, where
he was supposed to provide further evidence that he is really back to his best,
Hazard was found wanting. His performance was not one to write home about.
Klopp effect: counter attacking and pressing are two flagships of a Jurgen Klopp
team. In this game against Chelsea, the Liverpool players’ played like typical
Klopp apprentices. Starting from the attackers, Liverpool always went looking
for the ball whenever they lost it. Klopp will certainly be happy with what he
saw.
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