Football Focus Highlight

Liverpool's 1-1 draw when entertain Arsenal in their first match held at Anfield Stadium, Sunday (15 / 8) .

Opening match between the two Big Four English Premier League club was running pretty tight. The reason both clubs can only create the opportunities which come from outside the penalty box. For instance the efforts of Thomas Vermaelen and Gael Clichy at minute 5 and the 31, all from outside the penalty box. So did business Joe Cole and Glen Johnson in 31 and to 45 minutes, but goals none of which bear fruit.

Liverpool's misfortune to arrive at the end of the first half. They should play with 10 players until the game was over after their debutant players, Joe Cole, received a red card because manage Laurent Koscielny.

In the second half, the stronghold of Liverpool get a glimmer of hope after David Ngog scored in minute 46. The goal was created due to errors Arsenal defender. The ball is trying to be swept in fact Arsenal defender Glen Johnson fell to the feet. He then passed them on to Ngog through bait breakthrough and solved with hard kick from a narrow angle by the French striker.



Liverpool tried to maintain their advantage in the remaining time available to play defense and rely on quick counterattacks. Unfortunately Goddess of Luck is apparently not pro host its inaugural game.

After desperately to survive the assault the Gunners, who tried to equate the position, the Reds must be willing to victory in front of their eyes is lost because of an own goal Pepe Reina on 90 minutes. Reina catches the ball when it results Marouane Chamakh header off and into his own goalkeeper.

But Liverpool was not the only unlucky. Coming to the end of the game, the referee issued a second red card in that game. Laurent Koscielny received a second yellow card after holding the ball with his hands. However, Koscielny discharge does not change the situation because Liverpool could not score a goal and turn superior replies.



Line-ups

Liverpool: Reina; Johnson, Carragher, Skrtel, Agger, Gerrard, Mascherano (Lucas 79 '); Kuyt, Cole, Jovanovic (Maxi 66'); NGog (Ngog 74 ').

Subs: Diego, Kelly, Aurelio, Babel.

Arsenal: Almunia, Sagna, Vermaelen, Koscielny, Clichy, Eboue, Diaby (Van Persie 76 '), Wilshere (Rosicky 60'); Nasri, Arshavin; Chamakh.

Subs: Fabianski, Song, Gibbs, Walcott, Vela.

Liverpool cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over West Ham at Anfield to keep their faint Champions League hopes alive.

The loss left the Hammers with three games to secure their top-flight survival.

Former West Ham midfielder Yossi Benayoun and David Ngog gave the hosts a 2-0 lead in a low-key first half and goalkeeper Robert Green's unfortunate own goal finished off his side.

However, both teams still have a great deal to do to achieve their aims as Liverpool are still five points adrift of fourth place while West Ham are only three above the drop zone.

A 10th successive home league victory was rarely in doubt against a club whose last win at Anfield came in September 1963 and who have much more important battles to win in the last few weeks of the season.




Having dropped to seventh after the weekend's games, Liverpool's hopes of Champions League football appeared to be over.

And with Fernando Torres' knee operation ruling him out for the remainder of the season, the suggestion was their chances of rolling over opponents had gone with him.


Source: espnstar.com

Liverpool striker, Fernando Torres scored great double to determine his team 3-0 victory over Sunderland in the Premier League duel, in Anfield, Sunday (28.3.2010). These results make Liverpool climbed to fifth position with 54 points, or argue four points from Tottenham Hotspur in the fourth rank.

Playing at home, Liverpool did look aggressively since the early minutes. Sunderland are slow to read the wind, failed to anticipate, so that penetration by Torres, the game has been running three minutes.

Goals stems from the movement of Torres in the right sector Sunderland defense. He then dribble and then entered the penalty box, he releases the ball into the upper left corner of goalkeeper Craig Gordon.

Only after that goal, Sunderland improve coordination defenses. Despite their midfield looks dynamic, they still tend to play heavily into the back.

This tactic was quite effective damping cross game and Liverpool penetration. Unfortunately, it was not powerful enough to prevent long-distance shot Johnson tore their goal in minute 32.



At that time, had the ball outside the penalty box, Johnson tried to dribble inside. However, because escorted by two opposing players, he decided to shoot the ball, which had urged the lower left corner of the Sunderland goal, after a time a player hit the body.

Goal is to make Sunderland trouble determining the focus of the game. Their consolidation has not ended, when Torres created a wave of threats to their goal in minute 41, which unfortunately is wasted just like that.

Cute moments that happen when Torres welcomed the ball from Ryan Babel, with the first kick from the middle of the team penalty box that hit the left goal post. The ball then rolled back to the Torres foot, which directly strikes again. Unfortunately, his shot had hit the ground so that the ball went off target.

Failure to make Liverpool the more curious and continue to seek a third goal in the remaining time. Unfortunately, though no penetration, they failed to add goals to berbunyinya halftime whistle.

Entering the second half, Liverpool Sunderland again pounded the fort with quick attacks. From all sides of the field, Liverpool continued to try to drain the attack.

Liverpool and Sunderland had insisted until their last line of defense. Unfortunately, the game execution bait or hasty, or even very slow, making Liverpool difficulty creating chances.

Although not very solid, yet Liverpool finally increase the advantage thanks to a goal Torres in the 60th minute. Standing in the center of the penalty box, Torres Johnson managed to control the feedback and control, before the quietly, kicking the ball into the Sunderland goal.

After that goal, then Liverpool played better coordinated. In a slower tempo, they play a game of bait are rarely cut short in the middle of the road. In addition, when the line broke up the attack, Liverpool took the ball again soon.

Almost without difficulty, Liverpool was again confined Sunderland penalty box. Unfortunately, solidity was not followed by the creation of golden opportunities. The reason, the dither offset Sunderland Liverpool game to tackle increasing aggressiveness opponent.

In the middle of the impasse, Ryan Babel and Dirk Kuyt was active open space and attract the attention of the defender opponent. Once your opponent hooked, they immediately feed the ball to Torres or another player who plays more profitable.

In minute 73, for example, Babylon trying to break through the defense sector Sunderland right. Once the action invites a reaction against three defenders, he sent the ball to Torres, who welcomed the ball with a direct kick into the goal. Unfortunately, the ball is deviated from the target.

Liverpool onslaught led to yet another goal, as coach Rafael Benitez took Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard and put David Ngog and Nabil El Zhar in the 77th minute and the 80th. This change reduces the solidity of Liverpool. Although still dominant, they had difficulty creating chances.

The game then more marked and seizing control of the ball. This situation continues with no solution until the fight ended.

Throughout the game, Liverpool record for ball control and 63 percent right off seven shots on goal from 27 businesses. Meanwhile, Sunderland made a golden opportunity from six experiments.

Lineup:
Liverpool: 25-Pepe Reina; 22-Emiliano Insua, 5-Daniel Agger, 23-Jamie Carragher, 2-Glen Johnson, 19-Ryan Babel, 20-Javier Mascherano, 8-Steven Gerrard (31-Nabil El Zhar 80), 17-Maxi Rodríguez; 18-Dirk Kuyt (4-Alberto Aquilani 71); 9-Fernando Torres (24-David Ngog 77)
Sunderland: 1-Craig Gordon; 10-Kieran Richardson, 5-Anton Ferdinand, 4-Michael Turner, 2-Phillip Bardsley; 8-Steed Malbranque (17-Kenwyne Jones 51) 39-Lee Cattermole (22-Paulo Da Silva 46 ), 19-Lorik Cana, 16-Jordan Henderson (7-Boudewijn Zenden 78); 11-Darren Bent, 9-Fraizer Campbell

Arsenal managed to end the famine stage victory in the Premier Leagie. Accomplishments achieved after the Gunners could topple Liverpool 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday (10/2/2010).

This victory established the position of Cesc Fabregas et al in the third Premier League standings. Arsenal collected 52 points. Despite losing, Liverpool are still able to occupy the fourth place.

First Arsenal goal threat to Liverpool in the seventh minute. Reliable defender William Gallas could gore bait ball Fabregas free kick, but the header is still rising from Jose Reina's goal.

The Gunners continued to press the Liverpool defense. Possible re-created by Fabregas and Samir Nasri. But, the action Reina brilliantly saved the Reds from the goal conceded.

Liverpool tried to get out of Arsenal pressure. Although the kick Maxi Rodriguez looks on hand the Gunners defender Thomas Vermaelen, but the referee ignored. Score without goals last until halftime.




The home team did not lose the tempo of the game. The architect Arsene Wenger tried to add attacking player with Theo Walcott and pulled out Andrei Arshavin.

Arsenal scored a desire to create as well. Abou Diaby who received great pass from Rosicky, managed to put the ball into the Reina net with strong header in 72 minutes.

Liverpool tried to get up from behind. Coach Rafael Benitez tried to add power smashed by entering Ryan Babel. Unfortunately, 1-0 score lasted until the game was over.

Teams:
Arsenal: Almunia, Eboue, Gallas, Vermaelen, Clichy, Fabregas, Song, Diaby; Nasri (Rosicky 34), Bendtner (Sagna 82), Arshavin (Walcot 68).

Liverpool: Reina, Carragher (Degen 55), Skrtel, Agger, Insua; Lucas (Babel 78), Mascherano, Kuyt, Gerrard, Maxi; Ngog.

Action Dirk Kuyt on 50 minutes to save Liverpool from a series of threats Premier League derby for Everton, Saturday (6/2/2010). The Reds ended the week 25 action with 1-0 victory.

The Reds left 10 men after Sotirios Kyrgiakos removed from the field 11 minutes before the break due to clashing with Marouane Fellaini. Reluctant to argue the case, Kuyt score important goals in the second half through a header, take advantage of a corner kick after Steven Gerrard.

The shot straight at goalkeeper The Toffees finished hard struggle for the position of the Reds finished 0-0 draw in the first round and won the match Merseyside derby.

The captain Steven Gerrard was enthusiastically welcomed the squad victory at Anfield. Especially because Liverpool could finally crawled back into the position of Premier League big four.



Told Sky Sports, Gerrard revealed: "This is the truth derby! Spirit, commitment and struggle manifested in the field. We beat Everton with 10 players. Therefore, we deserve proud. "

"Stronger cooperation produces fantastic action in the field. We know that will rise in time, scored after coming opportunity, "he continued.

Finally, Liverpool slump to prove himself concluded, after silencing the Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Anfield on Wednesday (20/1/2010) . The Reds are now getting closer to a large zone of four Premier League standings.

Shown without two key players, the captain Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres, Dirk Kuyt Liverpool strengthened and Alberto Aquilani at the attack line. While the front row Spurs escorted former courtier The Reds, Peter Crouch and Jermain Defoe .

Playing in front of tens of thousands of Liverpudlian, foster children incessantly attacked Rafael Benitez since the beginning of the game. Spurs defense was breached in the minutes 6.

Starting from the kick away from the front of Pepe Reina's goal, then greeted with a header from Dirk Kuyt and falls right in front of Aquilani. The ball is returned to Dirk Kuyt and scored by the Dutchman. Score 1-0 for Liverpool.




Excellent one goal, the host did not feel safe. Attack after attack was launched, but Heurelho Gomes did not allow the goal back vibrate.

Reina could also be tested, as Crounch execute a free kick on 41 minutes. However, Spanish goalkeeper did saveing brilliantly. The first half ended with the score 1-0 to The Kop.

The second half went pretty boring. Recorded, both teams only creating each one golden opportunity. At 78 minutes, goalkeeper Reina almost uprooted Gareth Bale, who received cross from Alan Hutton.

While David Ngog almost added benefits of the Reds in the 85th minute. Until finally, the host of a penalty awarded at the end of the fight, exactly at 90 minutes. Yes, Kuyt became the executor and forced Gomes picked up the ball from the net. Score 2-0 for the host advantage and survive until the end of three minutes of injury time.

Grabbed three points at home, Liverpool are now racing to rank fifth acquisition of the standings with 37 points. The Reds shadow over Spurs, who are still entrenched at number four with 38 points.


Lineup:
Liverpool: Reina, Carragher, Skrtel, Kyrgiakos, Insua, Degen, Mascherano, Leiva, Riera, Aquilani, Kuyt. Subs: Cavalieri, Maxi Rodriguez, Babel, Ngog, Spearing, Darby, Pacheco.

Tottenham: Gomes, Corluka, Dawson, King, Bale, Modric, Jenas, Palacios, Kranjcar, Crouch, Defoe. Subs Not Used: Alnwick, Hutton, Pavlyuchenko, Keane, Giovani dos Santos, Bassong, Danny Rose.

Stoke City add to the pain after successfully holding Liverpool drew 1-1 in the Premier League continued, in Britain Stadium, Saturday (16/1/2010). These results add to the wound for the Liverpool supporters who hoped his team could win after eliminated from the FA Cup.

Results were also increasingly distanced hope "The Reds" to get into a big four. They remain buried in order to-7 with the value 34.

In such action, Liverpool are without Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard, tried to take the initiative attacks. Liverppol got the first chance of the action to Lucas in the 16th minute. Unfortunately, his shot could still hit one of Stoke City defender.

In minute 26, Lucas is also dangerous penetration. But alas, before fulfilled his efforts, he dropped Higginbotham in the penalty box. However, the referee did not see it as a violation.

Javier Mascherano et al nonchalant with it. They kept pressing and looking for opportunities to score goals. However, some opportunities can still be defeated Stoke defense. As a result, until the halftime whistle sounded, Liverpool could have scored one goal.



After halftime, Liverpool difficulty developing attacks. The reason, they get great pressure from the home team. Indeed, the escort Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina almost conceded by Tuncay Sanli action on 55 minutes. Lucky, Reina's goal was still safe after Tuncay shot was wide.

Furthermore, although the pressure is great enough, Liverpool managed to excel thanks to a goal which was created Sotirios Kyrgiakos in the 58th minute. At that time, managed to maximize the heat Kyrgiakos in front of goal Stoke, after the results of Fabio Aurelio's free kick.

This goal does not necessarily make Liverpool controlled action. They are under pressure again the home team. In fact, almost creating a goal Stoke replies through action Tuncay on 61 minutes. Receiving cross Ryan Shawcross, Tuncay gore ball straight. But unfortunately, the ball is still floating above the ruler.

Seeing his team under pressure, coach Rafael Benitez made a change strategy. He put players Maxi Rodriguez replaces anyarnya Degen on 76 minutes.

However, the introduction of Maxi had little effect on the knocked on Liverpool. They are under pressure again the home team. In fact, Liverpool have to accept the bitter pill for Reina's goal conceded by ASKI Robert Huth in the 90th minute. At that time, Huth managed to continue the ball results utilizing header from Higginbothan football left corner of the sector.

Do not want to lose points, Liverpool tried to maximize the remaining time available. At the time of injury time, Liverpool almost scored a goal by Kuyt action. Unfortunately, Kuyt header still hit the bait pole. The opportunity to be the last chance in this fight. As a result, "The Kop" have forced many points with Stoke.

Teams

Stoke City: Sorensen, Faye (Wilkinson 26), Shawcross, Higginbotham, Huth, Diao, Whitehead, Etherington, Delap (Lawrance 24), Sanli, Sidibe

Liverpool: Reina, Kyrgiakos, Skrtel, Insua, Carragher, Lucas, Mascherano, Aurelio, Degen (maxi 77), Ngog, Kuyt

Reading success of the event dumped Liverpool FA Cup 2009/2010, Wednesday (13/1/2010). Shane Long to seal the 2-1 Royals victory by class header, admitted satisfied with these results.

Reading make Liverpool public panic by the defeat, though the Reds had led 1-0 in the first half. And Long, who fell as a substitute player, said his team deserved the victory in the third round.

"Fun! Goals are long-awaited by everyone, after we failed to win in previous matches, "said the striker was told ITV's Royal as reported by Goal.com.

"We deserve all this, including the penalty Gylfi Sigurdsson," he added.



Victory over Premier League team admitted whipping the Royals squad morale. Including the manager, Brian McDermott.

"From now on, we intend to maintain this spirit, because our performance proved better than we thought," he said.

Source: bola.okezone.com

Liverpool had to fight a second match in the FA Cup third round. Was confirmed after they could only a 1-1 draw with Reading. Saturday (2/1/2010).

The Reds were forced to fight hard on this party. Imagine, they were coming from behind 1-0 early in the first half, before finally able to equalize the numbers.

The Kop disaster started from an unexpected goal score by Simon Chruch in minute 24 '. Starting from the pole length bait away Liverpool, striker Grzegorz Rasiak had welcomed with a sweep into the penalty box and the ball accidentally on Chruch and rolled into the goal to make the Royals led 1-0.

Continue to improve the attacks, new Liverpool could pay in 36 minutes'. Steven Gerrard was shot and continued with Dirk Kuyt gimmick that can penetrate the goalkeeper Adam Federici. Results last up to 1-1 interval itself.

The second half, the game's practically become the Anfield Gank. They almost dominated opponents throughout the 45 minutes remaining.



Several opportunities could also be present, including the bomber mainstay Fernando Torres. Unfortunately until the final action no longer a team that can score goals.

The game ended in a 1-1 draw position and both teams are required to play second duel in Liverpool headquarters to determine the rightful winner and advanced to the next round.

No one denies that Fernando Torres is a very important player in Liverpool. The "Anfield Gold " perfect quality with a gold record.

One goal Torres scored the goal Aston Villa on Tuesday (29/12/2009) is the 50st goals from the Spanish players in the Premier League.

With these achievements, the name of Torres straight into Liverpool's record books as the player "The Red" is able to score the fastest 50 goals.

As quoted from the official website of Liverpool, the player nicknamed El Nino that requires 72 games. He is excellent compared to eight the party's old record of Sam Raybould and Albert Stubbins (both 80 matches)

Torres joined Liverpool in the summer of 2007. There was also his first goal in the Premier League in print on August 19, 2007 to the Chelsea goal. There's also the game the final score was 1-1.




Since that Torres immediately showed his vital role to the team bearing the liver bird. When a player's back nine is numbered absent, Liverpool appearance was decreased.

Torres is like "gold" to Anfield. Once the value of El Nino, Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez had even threatened to resign if the 25-year-old player was sold.

Besides enter the record books The Reds, Torres also went into the Premier League history books. He became the fourth fastest player thrilling successful opponent's goal 50 times, behind Andy Cole (65 games), Alan Shearer (66 games), and Ruud van Nistelrooy (68 games).

Liverpool recorded a 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League duel continued, at Anfield Stadium, Saturday (26/12/2009). Liverpool can score, after the enemy was forced to play with ten players, since the minute 53.

Rely on cross game, Liverpool are able to suppress the heart of Wolverhampton defense. Unfortunately, poor coordination of the attacks made their dominance in vain.

In the fifth minute, for example, Jamie Carragher intends to send feedback to Glen Johnson, who runs behind the defender Wolverhamton. However, poor accuracy, making bait failed to reach the target and can secure goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann.

To overcome the communication errors, Fernando Torres tried to do the action of individuals to break the enemy's goal in the eighth minute. At that time, after successfully penetrate the penalty box from the right sector of the guest team defense, Torres fired a shot into the top left corner of the goal Wolverhampton. Unfortunately, Torres accurate shots can still tipped by Hahnemann.





Liverpool have the pressure to fruition when Wolverhampton managed to steal an attack on 22 minutes, and able to make three golden opportunities, through Sylvan Ebanks-Blake, Nenad Milijas, and Kevin Doyle. Unfortunately, none of these shots successfully break into Pepe Reina's goal.

Despite failed, the attack boost confidence Wolverhampton. They also increase the power of strikes. Unfortunately, although able to turn off the creation of Liverpool attacks, these efforts never led to goals.

In the middle of the aggressiveness of the visitors, Liverpool finally began to rise in minute 43. Defensive solidity to destroy Wolverhampton, Liverpool released a number of long-distance shots. Unfortunately, these efforts were not effective to score goals. Liverpool were forced to close the first half with the score 0-0 draw.

Throughout the first half, Liverpool managed to get 66 percent control of the ball and create the right four shots on goal from ten businesses. Meanwhile, Wolverhampton itself capable of making a golden opportunity from four experiments.

Entering the second half, Liverpool again trying to dominate the game. Incessant pressure tails Liverpool second yellow card, which earned the defender Wolverhampton, Stephen Ward, following the infraction to Lucas Leiva.

The loss of an enemy penggawa make Liverpool more excited to do the attack. In a high tempo, they continue grilling Wolverhampton fort. After waiting until the 62nd minute, Liverpool managed to lead through Steven Gerrard. Emiliano Insua use bait, Gerrard sent the ball into Hahnemann's goal.

Do not want to lose the moment, Liverpool continued their pressure to seek additional goals. With the coordination and confidence grew, Liverpool managed to double the advantage through Yossi Benayoun in the 69th minute. Utilizing wild ball, Benayoun sent the ball into the middle of the goal Wolverhampton.

Realizing the lack of ambition for Liverpool and energy to respond to attacks, Wolverhampton trying to focus on improving the quality of defense. Despite the difficulties created a counter-attack, this tactic allows swift flow damping Wolverhampton Liverpool attack. Score 2-0 to the host survives until the end of the fight.

With these results, Liverpool moved up one level ker seventh position with 30 points, or lose five points from Aston Villa in fourth place. While Wolverhampton fell to the 15th position with 19 points.

Lineup:

Liverpool: Reina, Johnson, Carragher, Agger, Insua; Aquilani (Pacheco 84), Lucas, Benayoun (Spearing 88), Aurelio (Kuyt 75); Gerrard; Torres

Wolverhampton: Hahnemann; Berra, Craddock, Ward, Stearman; Milijas (Mancienne 62), Henry, Jarvis, Foley; Ebankc-Blake (Iwelumo 66), Doyle (Elokobi 58)

Source: kompas.com

Portsmouth managed to defeating Liverpool 2-0 in English League follow-up, at Fratton Park Stadium, Saturday (19/12/2009). The defeat was a step "The Kop" heavier to take the big four.

Liverpool is being stretched. By mid this week, they successfully menudulang three points as host Wigan Athletic. Thus, "The Kop" ambitious to bring home three points now come to the Portsmouth.

Since the referee Lee Mason opened the fight, Steven Gerrard et al immediately step on the gas. In the 10th minute, Gerrard releases hard shot from outside the penalty box. But unfortunately, the ball was hit one of the Portsmouth defender. Six later, Gerrard was again opened fire. Damn, still hit shots Portsmouth defender.



Liverpool tried to reduce the tempo of the game. They tried to mastering the ball longer in order to lure Portsmouth to leave the defense line. Of attack is more neatly arranged, Fernando Torres almost broke into a guarded Portsmouth goalkeeper Asmir Begovic. Receive short feedback Emiliano Insua, Torres fired hard after can outwit two Portsmouth defenders. Damn, still his shooting ball bounced over Begovic rule.

Portsmouth are to appear before the public himself did not want to be a month-monthly guest. They try to get out of the pressure and scoring opportunities. In minute 25, Potrsmouth threatening. Nadir Belhadj do peneterasi in the left sector and cross off to the penalty box. Frederic Piquionne try to greet the ball. However, the ball was taken first Danel Agger. Three minutes later, Hassan Yebda threaten Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina guarded. Damn, it failed to convert chances into goals after the ball hit the head of Agger.

The second opportunity to make Portsmouth more confident. Portsmouth also had superior goals scored thanks to Nadir Belhadj. Utilizing wild ball of fire Prince Boateng, Belhadj fired directly hard to the bottom right corner.

This goal seemed to make Liverpool fury. Do not want to lose the opportunity, Liverpool double attack. In the 39th minute, Agger almost scored after a successful return Gerarrd maximize feedback. Unfortunately, his butt still missed the target.

In the midst of efforts to catch up, even affected Liverpool red card received by Javier Mascherano after the infraction to Yebda at minute 42. This situation could derail the mission of Liverpool three points.

Further, against ten players, Portsmouth appeared more enthusiastic. Unfortunately, not yet able to create a new threat, the referee blew his whistle trigger the break.

After intermission, Portsmouth superior number of players trying to maximize the opportunity. They took the initiative to attack and look for opportunities to score goals. In minute 53, scored almost Piquionne. But the kick was missed on the left side of the Liverpool goal. Two minutes later, Piquionne fired back hard. But before sliding the ball into the goalkeeper Reina, Jamie Carragher managed to block the ball.

Without Mascherano, Liverpool looked the inconvenience. They were distraught to face the host team's determination. Sometimes, to break the flow Portsmout attacks Liverpool players often perform Dachshund hard. In minute 60, for example, Jamie O'Hara after successfully penetrating the ball from Glen Johnson. However, before I could let go of the bait, O'Hara dropped Johnson.

Despite having pressure, Liverpool did not give up. Performed carefully, they threatened Portsmout goal. In the 67th minute, taking advantage of mistakes Portsmouth defender, Gerrard had the ball and fired a shot. Turn the ball after the face of one of Portsmouth defender. However, Begovic swiftly repulsed the ball. Meanwhile, Portsmouth are still superior.

The threat was not affecting the pounding on Portsmouth. They constantly threaten the Liverpool goal. In the 70th minute, O'Hara was almost breaking into Reina's goal if he shot the ball just did not fumble. Five minutes later, turn Piquionne that threaten Reina's goal. Boateng cross accept, gore Piquionne ball. But his header still wide in the left side of the Liverpool goal.

Piquionne new businesses sweet fruit on 82 minutes. Receive feedback Boateng, hard fired Piquionne nesting in the right corner of Reina's goal, 2-0.

This situation makes Portsmouth the upper hand. They continue to threaten Reina's goal. How not, two minutes later, O'Hara fired hard. Lucky Reina managed to ward off the ball. Unfortunately, the efforts made Portsmouth still failed to fight over.


Teams
Portsmouth: Begovic, Ben-Haim, Kaboul, Hreidarsson, Finnan, O'Hara, Brown, Boateng (Mullins 89), Belhadj, Yebda, Piquionne
Liverpool: Reina, Agger, Carragher, Insua (Aurelio 68), Johnson, Lucas, Mascherano, Dossena (Benayoun 52), Kuyt; Gerrard, Torres

Liverpool striker, Fernando Torres, ending suffering Liverpool never win with a decisive score 2-1 victory over Wigan Athletic in the Premier League duel continued, at Anfield on Wednesday (16/12/2009). Although still perched on the sixth, Liverpool maintain their coverage of the big four.

In two previous fight, Liverpool and reap the results of a series of defeats. It threatened to make Liverpool more distant from the four major competition. To avoid disappointment grew, they were determined to beat Wigan.

Utilizing the support Liverpudlian, Liverpool appear confident and aggressive since the early minutes. The result, they are able to excel through David Ngog in the ninth minute. Utilizing feedback Fabio Aurelio, Ngog send the ball into the goalkeeper Chris Kirkland.

On the one hand, the goal was to add the spirit of Liverpool match. On the other hand, Wigan instead challenged to play open and balance the Liverpool game. Both sides then engaged the struggle that characterized the action exciting exchange of threats. Unfortunately, the performance of Kirkland and Pepe Reina to make an effort both camps did not produce new goals until the halftime whistle.



Entering the second half, returned two camps involved in scuffles. Both were re-exchanged threats several times. After Wigan threatened by Charles N'Zogbia in the 50th minute, Liverpool under attack by Dirk Kuyt. Unfortunately, none of them managed to produce business goals.

Furthermore, Liverpool managed to improve the mastery of the ball and dominated the action. A number of opportunities they could scatter in the Wigan goal mouth. However, the second goal in Liverpool had created 79 minutes, from the foot of Torres.

At that time, after stealing the ball from Emmerson Boyce, Torres led into the penalty box, past Kirkland adangan in a duel one on one, and shoot the ball. This effort failed because the ball is blocked Titus Bramble. However, the ball back to Torres who fired straight back to the middle of the goal. This time, the ball rolled smoothly into the goal and change the position of the 2-0.

Viewing time is still allowing the third goal, Liverpool were to maintain its dominance. Unfortunately, instead of adding a goal, they conceded a goal Wigan, N'Zogbia scored in minute 90. Utilizing the feedback Hugo Rodallega, N'Zogbia sent the ball into the bottom left corner of Reina's goal.

This time, Liverpool had no time to launch a counter because referee Philip Dowd trigger a long whistle blew. "The Reds" had to be content to see their dominance led only 2-1 victory.

With these results, Liverpool climbed to sixth position standings by 27 points or less five points from Aston Villa in fourth place. Meanwhile, Wigan itself stuck in ranked 14th with 18 points. (*)

Lineup:

"The season starts today", said Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez earlier this week.

It might need to wait until tomorrow after Liverpool lost at home to rivals Arsenal in the fight for the English Premier League top four, leaving the Reds reflecting on yet another costly defeat.

The result means that Arsenal keep their title hopes alive, and Liverpool now can surely only aim to stay in the top four and European contention for next year.

Arsenal scored twice in the second half to keep the pressure on Chelsea and Manchester United.

The Gunners trailed to a 41st-minute goal by Dirk Kuyt but Liverpool defender Glen Johnson levelled the scores five minutes into the second half with an own goal.

Russian Andrei Arshavin was again the mastermind behind Liverpool's downfall, firing home the winner eight minutes later with a shot from the edge of the area that left goalkeeper Pepe Reina stranded.

Victory lifted Arsenal to 31 points, three fewer than defending champions United and six fewer than leaders Chelsea. But the top two sides have played one game more.

Wenger's words obviously had some effect as Arsenal started playing more narrowly in the second period and pressured the home midfield, resulting in possession being split more evenly.




The equaliser arrived after Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas played a pass to Samir Nasri out on the right.

Jamie Carragher failed to clear the Frenchman's cross and the ball took a slight deflection off him before hitting Johnson and rolling into the back of the net.

Arshavin, who scored four goals at Anfield last season to earn his team a 4-4 draw, then collected the ball on the edge of the area.

A defender shielded him closely and seemingly blocked his way to goal, but the Russia international took one touch, turned and hit a shot between his opponent's legs.

Reina did not even have time to move his feet as the ball flew past him and into the net, off his right-hand post.

Arsenal's win was especially valuable after United lost 1-0 at home to Aston Villa on Saturday, when leaders Chelsea were held to a 3-3 draw by Everton.

The Gunners have a real chance of winning the title for the first time since 2004, although Arshavin limped off in injury time and may join fellow forwards Robin van Persie and Nicklas Bendnter injured on the sidelines.

For Liverpool however, the way forward looks increasingly pressured.

Source:http://english.aljazeera.net/sport/2009/12/20091213133646659133.html

Fiorentina striker Alberto Gilardino, satisfied that scored one goal that brought his team 2-1 win over Liverpool in the Champions League final Group E, Wednesday (09/12/2009) . Gilardino are dedicated his goal to his beloved wife.

The match was not decisive for Fiorentina. The reason, they were at the top of Group E and it was certainly big 16th round. Still, "La Viola" still appear determined. Coming from behind by the Yossi Benayoun scored, Martin Jorgensen equalized. Then, Gilardino Fiorentina ensure victory after scoring on 92 minutes.



Welcoming his goal was, Gilardino saying, "Goals is extraordinary created at minute 92 and I celebrated in front of 3000 supporters of Fiorentina. Obviously, it was very special and we were playing great."

According to him, Gilardino, the family was instrumental in his career, especially his wife. So, he promised to continue to score goals for his beloved wife.

"Spectacular to be here (Anfield Stadium, Red) with so many supporters of Fiorentina, and they deserve all this happiness. I dedicate these goals to my wife and my son who is always behind me," he said.

Source:kompas.com

Liverpool won Marseyside Derby with a score of 2-0 in the Premier League continued at Goodison Park Stadium, Sunday (29/11/2009).

Liverpool's victory makes two levels up from the sequence of the order of 7 to 5. They have a value of 23, equal to Astono Villa. However, Liverpool goal difference better.

"The Reds' opening goal advantage thanks to Joseph Yobo committed suicide at minute 12. While the second goal was donated Dirk Kuyt on 81 minutes.
In minute 81, the attack can be resolved Liverpool Dirk Kuyt into goals.

Goal was created after Alberto Riera hard kick to the Everton goal. Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard could only blocked. Wild ball straight into goal Kuyt struck. Liverpool also won 2-0, after a series of failed efforts through the Everton defense "The Reds".




Teams:
Everton: Tim Howard, 24, 15-Sylvain Distin, 4-Joseph Yobo, Leighton Baines, 3, 2-Tony Hibbert, 25-Marouane Fellaini, 17-Tim Cahill, 5-Johnny Heitinga, 7-Diniyar Bilyaletdinov, 20-Steven Pienaar, 11-Jo (8-Louis Saha 66)

Liverpool: 25-Pepe Reina, 5-Daniel Agger, 23-Jamie Carragher, 22-Emiliano Insua, 2-Glen Johnson, 21-Lucas, 20-Javier Mascherano, 12-Fabio Aurelio (11-Alberto Riera 77), 18 -- Dirk Kuyt, 24-David Ngog, 8-Steven Gerrard

Liverpool's fate luck. Although able to achieve victory over Debrecen 1-0 in Group E continued for the Champions League, Tuesday (24/11/2009) morning, Steven Gerrard et al still have to bite the fingers. Fiorentina victory over Olympique Lyon at the same time diminish the hope the Reds headed into the next round.

Liverpool need a full number if you want to turn the chances of competing in a big round of 16. Olympique Lyon after ensuring himself escaped the group stage, the Reds are now fought for space with the representatives of Italy Fiorentina to win the second ticket.

Just four minutes of action going, David N'Gog directly with Liverpool winning 1-0. Dirk Kuyt far removed bait to Jamie Carragher who passed it to the French striker. Without thinking, even N'Gog Vukasic Poleksic forcing goalkeeper picked up the ball at the beginning of the game.



N'Gog opening goal seemed to be cracking the spirit of foster children Rafael Benitez. Merseyside club hosts continued to press in order to go far in the Champions League. However, the expected goals did not come.

Debrecen it almost equalized in the 35th minute through striker Gergely Rudolf who had escaped from custody Glen Johnson and Daniel Agger. Rudolf immediately greeted with Szelesi Zoltan feedback header. Unfortunately, Rudolf header was wide of Pepe Reina's goal.

Stevie G to increase the coffers of the Kop goal in the second half. England international star when he appeared dangerous to attack Poleksic in front of goal 58 minutes. Luckily for Debrecen, Marcell Fodor successfully perform Dachshund in time and save the goal.

Two minutes later, Gerrard back in action. 29-year captain release the strike to Poleksic after playing one-two with Kuyt. This time, Poleksic able to catch the ball .

1-0 score did not change until the long whistle sounded. Unfortunately, on the other match, La Viola managed to secure a ticket to the knockout round after overthrowing Lyon 1-0 over Juan Manuel Vargas penalty in minute 28.

Lineup:

Debrecen: Vukašin Poleksić, Laszlo Bodnar, Mirsad Mijadinoski, Norbert Meszaros, Marcell Fodor, Zoltan Kiss, Zoltan Szelesi, Peter Czvitkovics, Zsolt Laczko, Peter Szakaly, Gergely Rudolf

Liverpool: Pepe Reina, Glen Johnson, Jamie Carragher, Daniel Agger, Emiliano Insua, Lucas, Javier Mascherano, Dirk Kuyt, Steve Gerrard, Fabio Aurelio, David Ngog

The match between Liverpool against Manchester City at Anfield Stadium, Saturday (21/11/2009), lasted a lot. Both teams attacked each other and mutual goals. However, the match end in a draw with the score 2-2.
Entering the second half, Liverpool tried to keep pressing. This seems to make City began to trouble, so do violations in the 50th minute.

Steven Gerrard who took the kick, sending the ball straight to the front of goal City. Martin Skrtel flicks directly with your right leg and goals, while Emmanuel Adebayor failed to disturb him, 1-0.
Continuously attacked, finally bearing fruit as well. The free kick is Craig Bellamy, successful headlong Adebayor in the 69th minute and score an equalizing goal position. This time, turn Skrtel who fail to keep Adebayor.

City increasingly confident and continue to launch attacks. A long bait City, is already controlled by Martin Skrtel. However, the ball had been stolen Carlos Tevez. He turned and gave the ball to the SWP. Knowing Stephen Ireland came in, he gave it. Ireland had no trouble cutting the ball and scored. City winning 2-1.

This makes Liverpool hot again. Pressure they bother City. David Ngog a kick on the foot of Joleon Lescott. The ball deflected to be fooled goalkeeper Shay Given and the ball directly dicocor Yossi Benayoun, 2-2.

Liverpool again failed to achieve positive results in the Premier League event. Playing against the team bottom Birmingham City board, they can only achieve a draw 2-2, even coming from behind, Monday(9/11/2009).

Playing at Anfield Stadium, the Reds, of course, a victory target for the match this time. Proved, although not confirmed death Fennado Torres bomber who suffered back injuries, they were immediately able menggeber Blues defense.

Their own attack resulted in minute 13. A volley tore David N'Gog goalkeeper Joe Hart's net.

Chucho Benitez scores an equalizer goal in the 26th minute. Starting from a free-kick, kick James McFadden who failed diantispasi Liverpool defender immediately greeted with a header from Ecuador's striker. equivalent score again 1-1.

Before halftime, Liverpool stunned. Spectacular goal from 30 meters distance striked by Cameron Jerome struck into Pepe Reina's goal. 1-2 advantage for the visitors was closed in part-time duel early.

Disastrous for Birmingham was born on 69 minutes, acceleration N'Gog on the left side of attack to penetrate the penalty box area. Trying to block the veteran defender Lee Carsley launched a Dachshund and a French player had fallen, the referee had pointed to penalty spot.

The Birmingham players could cast protest votes for N'Gog intentionally diving. The referee ignored and still give a gift kicks 12 fits.

Gerrard was given the task to execute without difficulty outwit Hart. Liverpool managed to equalize the position to be 2-2.

Liverpool failed to maintain its superiority when come to the stables at the . Lead 1-0 until injury time, Lyon finally equalized 1-1.

Results were made Liverpool threatened thrown from the Champions League. Liverpool remained in third place with a value of 4. While Lyon has escaped to ensure the next round. On top of Liverpool, Fiorentina collect the value 9 after 5-2 win over Debrecen. To qualify to the next round, Liverpool must win against Fiorentina and Debrecen, also expects Lyon win over Fiorentina.