Liverpool’s current goals per game ratio is the best of any English team since the Second World War and maybe just maybe this Liverpool side under the stewardship of Brendan Rodgers is on the cusp of something truly extraordinary. However to achieve that Liverpool must win 8 ‘cup finals’ continuously and their first ‘cup final’ starts against West Ham United.
While most have earmarked the games against Chelsea and Manchester City as the potential title deciders, it would all come to naught if the Merseyside team fails to beat Sam Allardyce’s West Ham United side on Sunday.
The three key battles which will decide the Sunday Battle Royale between Liverpool and West Ham United are discussed below.
While Andy Carroll arrived at Liverpool on the same day as one Luis Suarez, the contrasting fortunes of the player meant that the £35 million signing had to be let go. Facing Liverpool for the first time since being let go by the Merseyside club, it would be safe to assume that Carroll will not be short on motivation when playing against his former club on Sunday. Having scored one and assisted one away against Sunderland this big burly central forward will also not be short of confidence at the Boleyn Ground.
While Liverpool has been nothing short of class going forward their defence is still a bit of suspect even after Kolo Toure losing his place in the starting eleven. Come the last day of the Premier League race will it be Andy Carroll who cruelly shatters Liverpool’s hope of a first Premier League trophy?
While not so long ago West Ham United were regularly being trumped by other sides, Sam Allardyce’s men have had a wonderful recovery and are one of the in form sides at the moment. While Liverpool go into this match being the rightful favorites we should remember that the Hammers have won the last 4 out of their 5 home matches (the only defeat came against Manchester United).
In fact the last match they defeated Sunderland which makes West Ham United a confident side on the eve of facing Liverpool. So for all the form and grit West Ham United are displaying at the moment will Liverpool’s star players Suarez, Sturridge, Sterling and company display that little bit of magic which ensures that Liverpool leave Boleyn Ground with all three points?
For all the talk about form and grit from the West Ham United side, this is probably the biggest and the only one which will really matter at the end. Will West Ham United’s players keep their defensive shape and actually deny Luis Suarez from performing at his best? Because if a world class player like Luis Suarez performs then nothing else matters on the day. It will be interesting to observe how Luis Suarez copes with the pressure of performing at a world class level match in and match out. If Liverpool pick up all three points, they are the favourites to win the closest title race in the best part of this decade.
In the annals of football history, few names evoke as much reverence and admiration as…
Are you new to the world of football betting and would you like to take…
If you are into sports betting, staying ahead of the game is crucial. One way…
I have prepared some interesting and fun football facts for you, perfect for those who love the thrill of discovery almost as much as the excitement found at https://www.staycasino.com/. Like the unpredictable nature of casino games, these facts will surprise and intrigue you with unexpected twists and turns in the world of football. Here is the complete list of 40 interesting and fun facts about football. What are the most interesting facts about football? Football was invented in Italy, Messi is the highest-paid athlete, and the fastest a player has been sent off is 0 seconds! Stay ahead with these facts and impress with your knowledge. This collection contains many football facts that will surprise you. Tell your friends new facts they don't know. Interesting Facts About Football Every football fan should know these facts. You can also surprise your children with what they don't know! When was football invented? Modern football originated from the Florentine game of Calcio Fiorentino, played in the 14th …
Real Sociedad returns to the midst of Europe's elite clubs in the UEFA Champions League…