2. Sturridge returns at the right moment
At any other time, the loss of Raheem Sterling, who has been one of Liverpool’s key players this season, would have had a big impact on the club. But Sterling’s injury, has coincided with the return of Daniel Sturridge, who has simply picked up from where he left off last season.
Footballers, especially when returning from a serious long-term injury, usually take time to get their match sharpness back. Although most players will be fit by the time they take to the field, the rustiness in their play is very apparent. But Sturridge has shown none of that since his return from injury. Although he was taken off before the end, he had already contributed an assist and won the penalty which Gerrard converted. Not only that, his pace and ability to stretch the Spurs defense was crucial to the Red’s fast counter attacks. With Balotelli finally scoring his first League goal for the club, things are starting to look up for the Reds attack.