Observations as Reds struggle to seize opportunity amid suspect officiating
Rafa Benitez became an even greater figure in the eyes of Liverpool fans on Tuesday night after guiding Newcastle to a surprise 2-1 victory against Premier League holders Manchester City, coming back from behind to give Klopp's side the opportunity to extend their position at the top to seven points. A golden opportunity to go into February with some extra breathing room, the Reds failed to make the opportunity count, stuttering against a resilient Leicester City side in a frustrating …
Frozen Foxes Hold Liverpool to 1-1 Draw
Liverpool came into the match against Leicester with an opportunity to create a massive gulf between themselves and, best club in Europe, Manchester City. Rafa Benitez had done his part on Tuesday, beating City 2-1, but with injuries mounting and weather worsening, would The Reds be able to take full advantage?
The line-up from Klopp was more confusing than inspiring. The shortage at right back was always going to call for something non-standard, but Klopp came out with Naby and …
Player ratings as Liverpool are foiled by the Foxes
Where to start with that one? A point gained, two points lost? Klopp's substitutions? The refereeing? The pitch?
Liverpool go five points clear. In a week where Manchester City played away at one of the worst teams in the league, we've extended our lead.
Yet, it could have been so much more. Sadio Mané's early goal had us set up for a perfect evening, only for Slabhead Maguire to spoil everyone's fun.
1-1 and onto the next one, I suppose. …