3-1 and this is a tremendous result, especially we were one man down for most of the time due to the stupidity of Stevie G. Fortunately his teammates are not that stupid and they fight to the end according to Rafa's game plan. This is probably the best performance we have this season, and the signs are good that the team is getting closer to Rafa's vision.
Player Rating:
Reina: 7 Solid display.
Finnan: 7.5 A good performance in general with a highlight of fine assist.
Carragher: 8.5 Lead by example while Stevie G is gone.
Hyypia: 7.5 Solid display at the back.
Riise: 7 A bit quiet but still a good display.
Gerrard: 4 2 stupid mistakes, but he should appreciate his teammates filled his role, and the Kop still sings his name.
Alonso: 9 Rise to the situation and control the game.
Sissoko: 8 A generator in the middle. Tremendous display.
Kewell: 8 What a goal! And he keep on menancing the Everton defense.
Luis Garcia: 8.5 Another big match goal from our big match player. His goal eased our worry and drove us to victory.
Crouch: 8.5 Undefendable. His presence posed many worries to Everton.
Substitutions:
Warnock/Morientes: Not enough time to impress.
Rafa: 9 What a tactical genius! And the players now understand his vision!
Everton: 5 Failed to take advantage with the additional man. And this game probably avoided them another embarassment in UEFA Cup.
Man of the Match: Alonso. Although all the players except Stevie played well too.
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