Liverpool vs. Swansea - Three reds who can make the Swans suffer

Steven Gerrard

The resurgence of Steven Gerrard is another reason for why Liverpool can still consider themselves an outside bet for the title. Questions were raised over whether or not the 33-year-old could adapt his game to suit the style of football Rodgers wanted to play. But the England captain appears to gave answered those questions and has played an instrumental part in his sides push for a top four finish.

Gerrard has been utilised in a number of positions this season, from a deep-lying playmaker role, to in behind the striker, to out on the left. More recently he has been deployed in the holding position as part of a midfield three containing Jordan Henderson and Philippe Coutinho.

Whatever his position, his ability to see a pass has remained, as he demonstrated with a sublime assist for Sturridge in Liverpool’s 3-2 win over Fulham last time out.

Gerrard has long been the ‘go-to’ man for Liverpool when the side are in difficulty and has often had to lead by example. His stoppage-time spot kick to earn the win at Craven Cottage is an example of his leadership qualities and it’s that quality that Swansea will have to be weary of on Sunday.