Disappointing yet predictable start from Liverpool. As per usual, it is enough for the opponents to fight to earn at least a point. True Richardson should've been sent off, true Carrol's goal should've stood, true Downing's effort deserved better and it remains a true the player to be fouled isn't to take the peno. As per usual we did enough to bury the game but didn't manage to (more of this to come I fear). Today I'm willing to let our "high profile" signings get away with the early day excuse.
In the end tho, I think Kenny should be the target of some criticism for his team selection. It was obvious early on Flanno was the weak link, yet he kept him on. The moment I realised Kuyt was omitted from the sheet I got a bad feeling. He's one of very few players that have the experience and skill to guid the team through a game like this. I also found it puzzling Lucas started and he was mediocre as per usual. In any case he did nowt, also as per usual, to take a step forward when the team needed leadership in the 2nd half.
I feel sorry for young Flanno but I really hope I don't see him in a red shirt any time soon (Kelly?). If Konchesky would've made those mistakes the riots in Hackney and Tottenham would've looked like a sunday park festival.
On a more positive note I was hugely impressed by Enrique's performance and Suarez and Carrols' first half performance.
It is worrying we couldn't find a way back into the game. Maybe we now can realise we're still a process in work and that 4th would be almost too much to ask for?
-------------------Reina------------------
Johnson-------Carra--Agger--Enrique-----------
Kuyt-----------Adam-Meireles/Aqua---Downing
-------------Carrol------------Suarez------------
Arsenal 3 - 1 Liverpool