NARROW WIN GIVES
LIVERPOOL SMALL ADVANTAGE
Ibe, on for Coutinho, struck at the far post in the 37th
minute after clever build-up work by Adam Lallana and Joe Allen.
Stoke failed to reproduce the form that has brought them
home wins against Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United in recent
times and, when they did force an opening, Liverpool keeper Simon Mignolet
saved well from Glen Johnson and Joselu.
Substitute Jon Walters wasted their best chance deep into
stoppage time and Liverpool
Klopp's injury curse
After young Belgian striker Divock Origi went lame in the
Boxing Day victory against Leicester City at Anfield, Klopp pointed out in
colourful terms that "hamstring" was his least favourite word of
2015.
It is not shaping up any better in 2016 as Coutinho and
Lovren both limped off clutching their hamstrings before half-time - adding to
Liverpool's already lengthy injury list. They may be joined by Kolo Toure, who
ended the game clutching the back of his right leg.
Liverpool have got the acts together in recent weeks and
look like they are slowly improving but I do not think 1-0 is enough to assure
a spot at Wembley. I do think this is a stabilising season for them this
season. I think there are a couple of players they have to rely on going
forward but as long as they are solid at the back they should be ok.
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