With Brendan Rodgers and Liverpool both looking for their first win in the league, the Reds will be determined and more than relieved to get the 3 points as they travel to the 'Stadium of Light' in a clash against Sunderland. The mood in Liverpool has been rather positive as Hillsborough disaster has been brought to justice and the Reds would like nothing more than a win to commerate this 'achievement'. Joe Allen has also recovered from illness which had disrupted his international duty and Jose Enrique knee problem will be assessed by today.
Things have been rather good in Liverpool, but with Brendan Rodgers under massive the pressure the Reds must be able to secure 3 points if they want to keep their top 4 hopes alive. The boss is also confident that young boy Raheem Sterling can handle pressure and is a shining example to youngsters. However, Rodgers harbours concerns that the lavish rewards on offer to emerging players can destroy their careers.
The boss added, "After i spoke to Roy and I had got through to Raheem, my next call was to his agent. I wanted to make sure he wasn't jumping in the car up to Liverpool to have a chat with me. I wanted to manage the expectation of the kid. The last thing we need is Sky Sports saying he has signed a five-year contract after two games. "
Sunderland on the other hand, had a fanatstic result against Swansea with new signing Steven Fletcher scoring two goals. However, Adam Johnson is fighting to retain his place in the starting line up after returning injured from international duty.
Prediction
Sunderland 0 Liverpool 2
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