From the looks of it, a win by Liverpool is likely though a convincing one is in doubt. A trusted source has told me that there is a lot of money on Middlesbrough to win, which usually means a lot of people will lose money. Whether by wind or wonder, the house usually wins. The North Yorkshire club is also dominating final score and 'will qualify' wagering, meaning if it goes into extra time or pens.
Another reason LFC may win convincingly is the shear amount of firepower in midfield that Rodgers has decided to unleash upon Boro at Anfield today. Sterling and Markovic have the weaponry to tear the Championship sides to threads and leave a few morsels of poaching for Lambert. Oh, Lalllana is playing as well, but seeing his first two mediocre performances against more legitimate sides, a 'fantastic' performance for him would be pretentious and lead one to believe that maybe he belongs in second-tier football.
I'm sort of disappointed, but also surprised at Rodgers' selections. Suso deserves a chance and if he could show a commanding performance against the 5th place Teesside club, it may be a stepping stone for time against more formidable opponents. I think he'll get to see the pitch at some point today though, hopefully more than just a cameo.
The surprise is that Mignolet is starting, but maybe that's our gaffer's way of punishing the Belgian for his recent sub-par performances. Also no Sinclair? I thought for sure he'd he get a spot on the bench, but apparently Welsh defender Jordan Williams gets the call. Could be a tactical move who knows? Well, match starts soon, come on you Reds.
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Liverpool may throttle Boro
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