First came the instant control, then the subtle shift in direction to flummox an Arsenal defender before an explosive shot.
Ryan Babel’s moment of genuine quality deserved better than seeing his effort tipped on to the bar by Manuel Almunia but it caused supporters to shake their heads in disbelief as much as it did frustration.
Babel, of course, is Anfield’s greatest enigma, a player with all the gifts to become a giant; quick, strong, two good feet and capable of being a regular goal scorer.
Unfortunately, though, he has never put it together on a consistent basis and the fact that he does not have the work ethic of certain other team-mates ensures that Liverpool fans continue to view him with skepticisms.
It has been a wretched campaign for Babel, one that has been punctured with too many stories with him potentially leaving the club, ‘tweets’ about him being dropped from the squad and rows with Rafa Benitez.
Benitez, however, has held an olive branch out to him by using him in the last three games, as well as speaking positively about him.
With a clear focus, Babel has a platform to show his talent; the question is whether he wants to.
Ryan Babel’s moment of genuine quality deserved better than seeing his effort tipped on to the bar by Manuel Almunia but it caused supporters to shake their heads in disbelief as much as it did frustration.
Babel, of course, is Anfield’s greatest enigma, a player with all the gifts to become a giant; quick, strong, two good feet and capable of being a regular goal scorer.
Unfortunately, though, he has never put it together on a consistent basis and the fact that he does not have the work ethic of certain other team-mates ensures that Liverpool fans continue to view him with skepticisms.
It has been a wretched campaign for Babel, one that has been punctured with too many stories with him potentially leaving the club, ‘tweets’ about him being dropped from the squad and rows with Rafa Benitez.
Benitez, however, has held an olive branch out to him by using him in the last three games, as well as speaking positively about him.
With a clear focus, Babel has a platform to show his talent; the question is whether he wants to.
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