Liverpool were on form going into this game, Tottenham Hotspur were having a bit of a hard time adjusting to all the new players they had brought in - but most people still ruled out a Liverpool win....how silly they must have felt when the full time whistle blew.
Now going into this game, yes we were in good form but we hadn't won at White Hart Lane for near enough 5 years which wasn't a good stat. But that didn't matter as Liverpool looked to continue their good season with another 3 points...it was sure to be a good game!
As soon as the game started, Liverpool looked a little shaky - don't forget Captain Fantastic : Steven Gerrard was out injured so Liverpool's midfield would have to be strong and players like Jordan Henderson and Lucas Leiva would need to step up.
But after 5-10 minutes Liverpool settled and began to take control of the game. Once they did that the goals just flowed!
Liverpool's captain Luis Suarez (it does feel great to say that!), got us started with a fantastic shot after great work from the hard-working Jordan Henderson.
Next Henderson's hard work paid off after him and Suarez worked some magic in the box which ended with the underrated midfielder bagging himself a well deserved goal.
Our third goal came from local lad and bright young prospect Jon Flanagan - who's wonder shot smacked the bar and then flew right in, much to the youngsters surprise and amazement. The 21-year-old then rightfully wheeled away and celebrated right in front of the travelling fans - such a brilliant moment for the defender.
As if three wasn't enough, Liverpool continued and their fourth was assisted by substitute Luis Alberto who obviously wanted to show what an instant impact he could make by setting up Suarez for his second of the day.
The fifth and final goal went to impressive academy graduate Raheem Sterling who has been on something of a revival of late, especially when working with Luis Suarez who just so happened to set this goal up for the youngster.
As the final whistle went, Liverpool fans could probably hardly believed their eyes - it's not that it was believed we couldn't do it, it was just that history suggested otherwise.
No doubt a lot of reds went to bed merry and happy after beating Tottenham Hotspur 5-0 on their home turf.
Monday 20 January 2014
Liverpool's December: Part One - Liverpool v West Ham
Liverpool's first match was West Ham.
Liverpool and West Ham has always been a big match for both sets of supporters. It has been one where Liverpool have scored lots of goals and taken all three points on numerous occasions but it has also been a game that has frustrated Liverpool at times and not gone how they would have wanted.
So would this game be a banana skin for Liverpool?
On first looking at both teams on the day - you would think that Liverpool would be able to overcome the Londoners and take the 3 points, especially with their home form being so good of late.
Liverpool did just what you would of expected from a team who have been pushing for a top 4 place - they took control of the game, weathered a few flurries from the visitors and came out on top.
4-1 definitely did the game justice, although you need to give West Ham credit because they tried to break Liverpool's defence down but just couldn't break through enough to get back into the game.
As a fan who went along to watch, it was a great game to see. It had everything you wanted in a football match:
* Great opponents who weren't afraid to come and have a go.
* Great banter with the opposition fans.
* Great goals.
* Great Atmosphere.
* And most importantly ... a great result for the reds.
Throughout the game Liverpool had great possession and some fantastic build up play, which should of in all fairness led to more goals - but lets not be too greedy, 4 was good enough.
The refereeing in the game was fair and all of the officials seemed to be making an effort to keep the game flowing without many stoppages.
Play from both sides was nice, although there were a few rash tackles namely one from West Ham captain and scouser Kevin Nolan who flew in on Liverpool's energetic midfielder Jordan Henderson - resulting in Nolan seeing straight red and Henderson hobbling for a little. Other than that, most of the other incidents were slight and not really a bit deal.
It was a brilliant way to get our December started!
Liverpool and West Ham has always been a big match for both sets of supporters. It has been one where Liverpool have scored lots of goals and taken all three points on numerous occasions but it has also been a game that has frustrated Liverpool at times and not gone how they would have wanted.
So would this game be a banana skin for Liverpool?
On first looking at both teams on the day - you would think that Liverpool would be able to overcome the Londoners and take the 3 points, especially with their home form being so good of late.
Liverpool did just what you would of expected from a team who have been pushing for a top 4 place - they took control of the game, weathered a few flurries from the visitors and came out on top.
4-1 definitely did the game justice, although you need to give West Ham credit because they tried to break Liverpool's defence down but just couldn't break through enough to get back into the game.
As a fan who went along to watch, it was a great game to see. It had everything you wanted in a football match:
* Great opponents who weren't afraid to come and have a go.
* Great banter with the opposition fans.
* Great goals.
* Great Atmosphere.
* And most importantly ... a great result for the reds.
Throughout the game Liverpool had great possession and some fantastic build up play, which should of in all fairness led to more goals - but lets not be too greedy, 4 was good enough.
The refereeing in the game was fair and all of the officials seemed to be making an effort to keep the game flowing without many stoppages.
Play from both sides was nice, although there were a few rash tackles namely one from West Ham captain and scouser Kevin Nolan who flew in on Liverpool's energetic midfielder Jordan Henderson - resulting in Nolan seeing straight red and Henderson hobbling for a little. Other than that, most of the other incidents were slight and not really a bit deal.
It was a brilliant way to get our December started!
It's like a rollercoaster...
Being a Liverpool fan in January, has so far been like a rollercoaster .... and not just because of the results we've been getting but also because of the inconsistencies in the teams performances.
So far in January we have played 4 games - all of which have got different reactions from Liverpool fans.
Before I take a look at Liverpool's January so far, here's my review of Liverpool's December - hope you like it!
So far in January we have played 4 games - all of which have got different reactions from Liverpool fans.
Before I take a look at Liverpool's January so far, here's my review of Liverpool's December - hope you like it!
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