Coutinho needs to be clinical as well as brilliant
Four of Coutinho’s last five goals have come from outside of the area, but last night he had two guilt-edged chances from inside the box. The first fell to him gloriously on his left, and it was criminal to miss the target from 12-yards out. The second came to him when Benteke fired a low cross into his feet, but his first touch meant he had to volley the finish. Better control would have seen him directly through on goal. We’re all aware of our Brazilian’s genius, but in order for him to elevate himself into one of the world’s very best players – he needs to be more clinical in front of goal. His overall performance was exciting, but better finishing would have won us the game much faster.
