The last 2 away games have given us a glimpse to the future. Two completely different ways of approaching the game, two perfectly executed strategies, two fantastic wins, 6 excellent and much needed points. Sort out our home form in the same manner and it's possible we'll become a dominant force once again.
As for the game, WOW! Loved the Samba style of our 3 attacking Amigos, yes I've included Lallana in there because although he didn't provide any assists or score any goals, his movement, pressing, energy and touch was just superb.
The midfield 3 closed down the ball, the space and the opposition any time they managed to get the ball past our front line and protected the back 4 excellently.
Towering headers from Lovren whenever they played long, Skrtel at his imperious best and what a goal. Moreno and Clyne did what was required and Migs wasn't really tested. Oh and that "sweep" he came out for - heart in mouth moment but he got there!
This is the same squad that Brendan said needed rebuilding again and many, many fans said was the worst in living memory just a few short weeks ago. Of course there are positions that can and will be improved upon but the change in such a short space of time is incredible. I knew we were capable of much better than Brendan served up, I never bought into the idea that the squad wasn't capable of challenging. We have some excellent players, some very good ones and finally a Manager to get the best out of them all.
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