https://www.sportsbettingday.com/2014/08/how-liverpool-will-line-up-with-mario-balotelli/ Tue, 26 Aug 2014 17:12:58 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.sportsbettingday.com/2014/08/how-liverpool-will-line-up-with-mario-balotelli/#comment-10029 Tue, 26 Aug 2014 17:12:58 +0000 http://www.sportsbettingday.com/?p=12710#comment-10029 There were both some positives and negatives from the City game. At least in the first half, Liverpool had numerous opportunities to make their pressure and possession count but failed to take advantage. On one hand the Jovetic goals were classy and well taken, however, the third goal was ridiculous and should not have happened. To be carved open like they were was one thing but as far as Mignolet was concerned to be beaten at your near post is poor. One the other end, Lambert’s effort/Man City own goal was a welcome addition, however, Lambert’s decision to square the ball across the penalty area shows a lack of confidence and belief in his own abilities. It would have been more preferable if he had at least tried a shot on goal. Oh, for hindsight! The injuries sustained late in the game are concerning, however, if Johnson is unable to play the next game, it will give Flannigan and Manquillo the opportunity to impress and hopefully keep Johnson out of the side. If Brendan does go ahead with the line-up as listed above it will give Tottenham something to think about.

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