Brendan Rodgers decided to field a completely different team in each half against Toronto FC with the game eventually ending in a 1-1 stalemate. The highlights of the game included some impressive performances by some of Liverpool's younger players as well as the return of Lucas Leiva. Due to the magnitude of players who took part last night will do ratings on the player who performed best in each position.
Brad Jones 6/10
Jones had a relatively comfortable first half in which he distributed the ball well and made a smart save from Toronto number nine Johnson. Overall neither keeper was kept too busy as Liverpool maintained possession, Jones gets the vote over Gulacsi as he managed to keep a clean sheet.
Andre Wisdom 5.5/10
Even though he played out of position at right back Wisdom still put in an impressive defensive display. He timed his tackles well and passed the ball forward with confidence, on some occasions he tried to force the pass and had one or two reckless challenges which is mainly due to an over eagerness to impress. His attacking up the right flank was limited over the 45 minutes.
Martin Skrtel 6/10
Quiet but solid performance from the Skrtel, did everything he had to with minimal fuss and will have benefited from having a good 45 minutes under his belt.
Stephen Sama 6/10
The 19 year-old Sama put in a noticeable display at centre back yesterday, he was solid in the air and decent on the ground and it would of been a great experience for him playing alongside Jamie Carragher. Apart from the Johnson chance himself and Carragher nullified all of Toronto's attacks.
Jack Robinson 7/10
If ever there was a youngster who is ready for the first team it is Jack Robinson. Apart from a few clumsy passess he was great going backwards and going forwards. He possesses all the qualities to become a top class left back under Brendan Rodgers. I'm sure Jose Enrique knows he will have a tough fight on his hands in the near future.
Alberto Aquilani 6/10
Did not get anywhere near the levels that we know he possess but in the same breath did everything that would be required of him in a preseason game. Kept possession efficiently and distributed the ball nicely although he could have made a greater contribution in an attacking sense.
Jonjo Shelvey 6.5/10
Jonjo is developing at a rapid rate and has a big future at Liverpool. The most impressive thing about him yesterday was how he took charge of the midfield and played some great passes to set teammates away. The one negative in not just this game but his game in general is his tendency to lunge in with reckless challenges and is something that needs to be weeded out.
Suso 6.5/10
Suso started off looking nervous and tried to force too many passes but after an exceptional piece of skill where he spun away from three defenders his game changed for the better. From that point on his control was exceptional, his passing was solid and he even went on some highly impressive mazzy runs which left a few defenders in his wake. Suso also had two good shots on target and although he still has some improving to do, this guy has a massive future.
Jordan Ibe 6.5/10
16 year-old Jordan Ibe showed exactly why he is so highly rated with an impressive attacking display. He ran at and past players with confidence and whipped in a few decent crosses. His close control and trickery was a highlight and will be looking forward to seeing more of him this preseason.
Dani Pacheco 7.5/10 (MOTM)
A year ago he looked a bit raw but against Toronto Dani finally showed he is ready to be a regular first team player in a performance that had everything. His attacking play was the highlight with some very good direct play, add to that his excellent movement, clever passing and ball retention, and that he did not shirk his defensive duties and it is easy to see that Pacheco will thrive under Rodgers 4-3-3 system.
Raheem Sterling 7/10
No list of exciting youngsters is complete without Raheem Sterling, he showed us once again the extent of the potential he has. He ran at the defense with pace, skill and trickery and was able to get to the byline on more than one occasion. Sterling did brilliantly to set up Liverpool's goal with good control, a burst of pace to go around the defender and then a good shot across goal that looked like it was going in before Adam Morgan made sure from close range.
Substitutes (7 Best)
Peter Gulacsi 5.5/10
Flannagan 5/10
Carragher 5.5/10
Enrique 5.5/10
Spearing 5.5/10
Cole 5/10
Morgan 6/10
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