Got up this morning at 7am to watch the game. Had a funeral to attend at 1015am so it really cheered me up before the sad event.
I thought it was definately an improvement on the pre Portsmouth form and I attribute that to having babel and Torres involved in our attacks, making us look more menacing. Although I would prefer to see Aquilani in there being creative, with Gerrard doing a bit more defending, I have to admit that Lucas played an almost flawless match today.
There were some nervy moments, but not many, the save by Reina was brilliant, and the reality of what that goal would have done to us is probably what has made some people feel we were not so comfortable. Some of the corners and set pieces naturally gave you nervy moments, but mostly we defended well without too many problems.
Torres was back to his best, with a calmness about his finishing that is a sure sign of his class. Agger looks like he can be a danger for us on the set pieces, and I think with more confidence he will start scoring from these situations.
Lucas, once again was excellent, and the rest who I havent mentioned did a steady job.
This cup is really important, because whether we secure 4th or not, winning this trophy would mean the season hasn't been a complete disaster. Lets face it, there is nothing that boosts confidence more, going into the next season than a piece of silverware.
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