Derby with the kick-off. Liverpool defending the right-end [if you're visualizing alomg in your head]
Derby looks intent on pressuring only as we cross the half-line. Derby is in a 4-5-1. Damn Torres is quick. Hyypia controlling possession in the back, looks ready for the occasion with the armband on.
Chaos off a Pennant corner. Kuyt with a good turn, ball goes out for another corner. Foul on Agger. Derby kick.
I don't see Pako on the bench, yet. Derby is quick and physical. they get a break up the left. Blown final ball back to the 18. Agger intercepts.
We're no getting much time on the ball AT ALL. This game is already calling out for a Gerrard or Sissoko.
Arbeloa gets his sixth straight start; only player (besides Pepe) to play every minute so far surprising that he's been the only one to escape the rotation policy no Pako today according to Hunter
We need to score first to take the wind out of Derby's sails. If THEY get an early one, they're going to shut down shop. 12'
Kuyt is filling the space between Torres and the midfield. This appeas to be Kuyt's type of game. Long range shot from Kuyt goes just wide. Torres and Babel need to step up a bit. Alonso and Masch are quiet as well. 15'
We're not changing the point of attack quick enough to beat their midfield press. We are sending back to the CB or GK instead.
We're still having difficulty with our "isolate and take 1v1" attack strategy. Derby's 1-2 touch pass andd move game is better right now. 19'
Derby is patient in the tackle. Pressuring well, not playing dirty or too deep. We're getting out-worked. I don't know how long they can keep this up though. 24'
It was long range curler, headed for the back post and Kuyt's head. It got through the space and snuck in the far post.