Liverpool: Can they dream beyond 4th spot?

Sturridge – Suarez – Coutinho axis

Talented trio holds key for Liverpool’s success

Liverpool’s very own ‘holy trinity’ is one of the best first choice attacking units that the Premier League can offer, and can stand up to the very best of defences. The trio will be largely responsible for Liverpool’s creativity, goals, and attacking outlet, and is undoubtedly Rodgers’ first choice attacking triumvirate, barring injuries and suspensions.

Coutinho’s movement, dribbling, and ability to pick out a key pass has made the young Brazilian the de facto creative head for Liverpool. His arrival greatly relieved the burden on Suarez, and coincided with Liverpool’s good run in the second half of the 2012-13 season. His partnership with Sturridge, another revelation at Anfield, has been Liverpool’s main threat in the first two league games and will be the main focus of United’s defence at Anfield on Sunday.

Sturridge’s transformation from Chelsea reserve to the best English striker on current form in the league has been delightful to watch. His pace, deadly eye for goal, and excellent movement with the ball, as demonstrated by his goal against Aston Villa, has greatly improved a previously one-dimensional Liverpool attack.

If Sturridge and Suarez can score 30-40 goals, in the league, between themselves, then the Reds of Merseyside have a genuine chance of a surprisingly high finish.