Liverpool-Hull City ( 13 Dec 2008)

Premier League leaders took on the Tigers this weekend in their quest to surge further and stay clear of Chelsea. Liverpool started on an attacking mode,unusual of them. Liverpool take their their own sweet time,keeping plenty of possession but not being aggressive at least for the first quarter, playing typical European side football. This time their intent was clear, get a thumping victory at home,in front of the KOPS. But this tactic proved wrong as they found themselves trailing behind Hull City after 20 minutes of the game. Paul Mcshane flicked the ball (header) past Pepe Reina; who is well known for his clean sheets in almost every match and getting the 'Golden Glove' for the past 2 years. The second goal was gifted to Hull by the local boy Jamie Carragher,who is the best centre back for Liverpool so far,starting in almost every single match;be it EPL or UEFA or any other cup. Carragher made the mistake of clearing the ball with his right leg instead of using his left. The ball was hit with much power by Hull City 'right middle' player Mendi that it couldn't be cleared with the awkward position that Carragher had set himself in.

Liverpool were weak on their left defence,with Aurelio injured and Riise transferred Rafa Benitez had no choice but to play Dossenna, who still proves to be the weak link on the left defence. One thing we all can be assured is that one cannot wite off 'The Reds' until the final whistle is blown. they have come back from the dead time and again this season and this time also was no different. Guess who came to Liverpool's rescue this time?? It was the ever dependable and energetic Stevie Gee, slotting 2 goals for Liverpool in a matter of 8 minutes and adding the extra tinge of excitement to the game. Liverpool kept applying pressure, Alonso's strike just skipping past the post,Hyppia's header hitting the wood work but of no avail. Liverpool just couldn't find the back of the net for the third time,dropping vital two points at home thereby giving chances for other teams to contend for the title. Liverpool's form at Christmas time seems like a jinx for them. Last year they dropped too many points during the same time to finish 4th in the league. Meanwhile Hull City's fairytale continues,they being currently positioned at No.5 in the standings.

The match ended in a draw,giving Chelsea a chance to put their noses in front if they win against the Hammers this Sunday.