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http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2009/oct/25/liverpool-manchester-united-player-ratings
Players Rating
JOSE REINA
Given more trouble by the "Yanks Out" beach balls that rained down from the Kop before kick-off than United, although had to remain alert as a sweeper. 6
GLEN JOHNSON
Clearly under orders to limit his forward forays with United fielding a two-man attack and defence more solid as a result. 7
JAMIE CARRAGHER
Lucky to escape a red card for hauling down his old mate Michael Owen but otherwise a display to silence the critics, dominant in the air and thunderous in the tackle. Man of the match. 8
DANIEL AGGER
Brought more composure and intelligence to the back-line than Skrtel has of late, the Dane's awareness was the source of Berbatov's frustration. 7
EMILIANO INSUA
Two early mistakes affected the young Argentinian's confidence. Improved against Valencia as the game wore on but his distribution was often found wanting. 5
YOSSI BENAYOUN
Space was at a premium for the flair players in this game, but the Israeli left an indelible mark with the pass for Torres's opener. Too elaborate at times, though. 7
JAVIER MASCHERANO
Beginning to recapture form after a poor start, and protected his defence diligently compared to the United midfield until his dismissal in stoppage time. 7
LUCAS LEIVA
Made his mark swiftly on the midfield scrap. Worked tirelessly in support of his defence and creatively, as illustrated by his part in Ngog's winner. 8
FABIO AURELIO
His inclusion showed Benítez's first task was to consolidate and stop the rot. Covered well for Insúa and his accurate deliveries unnerved United. 7
DIRK KUYT
Fully committed but lacked finesse in front of goal. Wasted two great chances to give Liverpool a first-half lead but his work-rate fuelled United's defensive unease. 6
FERNANDO TORRES
Distracted at times, theatrical in part and not fully fit, yet still provided the game's decisive moment with an outstanding finish. You get what you pay for. 8
LIVERPOOL SUBS: Ngog for Torres, 81; Skrtel for Benayoun, 90
Players Rating
JOSE REINA
Given more trouble by the "Yanks Out" beach balls that rained down from the Kop before kick-off than United, although had to remain alert as a sweeper. 6
GLEN JOHNSON
Clearly under orders to limit his forward forays with United fielding a two-man attack and defence more solid as a result. 7
JAMIE CARRAGHER
Lucky to escape a red card for hauling down his old mate Michael Owen but otherwise a display to silence the critics, dominant in the air and thunderous in the tackle. Man of the match. 8
DANIEL AGGER
Brought more composure and intelligence to the back-line than Skrtel has of late, the Dane's awareness was the source of Berbatov's frustration. 7
EMILIANO INSUA
Two early mistakes affected the young Argentinian's confidence. Improved against Valencia as the game wore on but his distribution was often found wanting. 5
YOSSI BENAYOUN
Space was at a premium for the flair players in this game, but the Israeli left an indelible mark with the pass for Torres's opener. Too elaborate at times, though. 7
JAVIER MASCHERANO
Beginning to recapture form after a poor start, and protected his defence diligently compared to the United midfield until his dismissal in stoppage time. 7
LUCAS LEIVA
Made his mark swiftly on the midfield scrap. Worked tirelessly in support of his defence and creatively, as illustrated by his part in Ngog's winner. 8
FABIO AURELIO
His inclusion showed Benítez's first task was to consolidate and stop the rot. Covered well for Insúa and his accurate deliveries unnerved United. 7
DIRK KUYT
Fully committed but lacked finesse in front of goal. Wasted two great chances to give Liverpool a first-half lead but his work-rate fuelled United's defensive unease. 6
FERNANDO TORRES
Distracted at times, theatrical in part and not fully fit, yet still provided the game's decisive moment with an outstanding finish. You get what you pay for. 8
LIVERPOOL SUBS: Ngog for Torres, 81; Skrtel for Benayoun, 90
