AM) Adam Lallana – 5/10
A disappointing day for the England international, who has been so good recently. He struggled to influence the game today, and other than being brought down for a potential penalty, rarely looked a threat to Rovers.
AM) Philippe Coutinho – 7/10
Not quite at his best, but still did enough to stand out. His fast footwork in the second-half almost created a truly sensational goal, until he was crowded out by Rovers defenders. He needed more help.
ST) Daniel Sturridge – 6/10
Might have had a second-half penalty, but was otherwise kept quiet by an impressive defensive effort from Blackburn. A couple of nice touches, but still not as clinical as he was prior to his injury lay-off.
Subs:
1) Kolo Toure – 7 – Did everything right at the back and was unlucky not to score, hitting the post with a header and having a second effort ruled out for offside.
2) Mario Balotelli – 6 – A couple of encouraging moments, but needed to get more involved in the game.
