Lallana sparks Liverpool victory

Liverpool moved back into second place in the Premier League following a convincing 4-1 win over Stoke.Liverpool overcame a sluggish start and overcame an early deficit to run out convincing 4-1 winners in the end. Stoke's directness caused them some initial problems but eventually, the Reds' attacking quality wore down the visitors and the margin of victory could have been even greater in the end.

Positives

Good performances all over the park and a first Premier League goal of the season for Daniel Sturridge less than a minute after coming off the bench.

Negatives

The goal conceded was poor and came during a wobbly period in which Stoke could easily have added another. It didn't prove costly…