Talking points from Premier League Gameweek Five

Suarez’s return couldn’t have come at a better time

Three wins on the bounce and no goals conceded, Liverpool were on cloud nine after their dream start to the season. But last Monday’s encounter with Swansea showed that they are far from perfect as they drew 2-2. This weekend, saw their first loss of the season at home to Southampton.

And on the basis of that result, it looks like the Suarez couldn’t have picked a better time to come back to the side.

The game against Southampton revealed some of Liverpool’s inherent flaws, as Rodger’s side lacked a cutting edge. The fact that he started the game with four centre-backs didn’t help as their style of play involved bringing the ball out from the back was disrupted.

More than that, the midfield was unable to carve out an opening and Sturridge looked like he was running on empty by the end. So, it is certainly a good thing that Suarez is back for the game against Manchester United in the League Cup.