Sturridge and Suarez.

Away to Swansea, Sturridge maintained his good scoring form in the 2-2 draw and the visit of Southampton to Anfield saw Liverpool lose for the second successive year, the dismantling of Sunderland, however, saw Liverpool regain joint top spot. Rodgers slow build up sees the defence and goalkeeper have too many touches and when pressed high up the pitch the Merseyside club look in trouble and seem to panic in possession. Old boy Shelvey helped balance the match against Swansea, a header by Lovren conceded at home to Southampton and goal for Giaccherini away to the Black Cats sees Liverpool only gain 4 points in September and not keeping a clean sheet. Why Rodgers thinks he can play 3 or 4 centre backs at once will obfuscate any fans understanding of tactics. The loss, through injury, of Glen Johnson seems to be the major issue.

Having the passing ability of Gerrard paired with the ball winning skills of Lucas Leiva is complimented of the skill and pace of Moses, Suarez and Sturridge. The injury of Coutinho is a massive blow, as he provided the technical link between midfield and attack Iago Aspas lacks the quality to fill in for him successfully. Playing long balls against Swansea is what they expect and Gerrard was largely unsuccessful but when given the chance he plays a connected ping across the park. The midfield dominance for Liverpool will see them go strongly through the season dominating possession in matches and creating quick chances with balls being won all over the park and finely executed passes.