The troubles continue for Liverpool

It seems year after year, since that Champions League win in 2005, that Liverpool's season cannot stay on track. After the well lauded win against Manchester United, they lost to Fulham, and now they have struggled in the Champions League.

Just when it seemed like Ryan Babel's wonder strike would have been enough to seal the win, Liverpool's defense decided to go to sleep. New defender Kyrgiakos, who is starting to look like a poor purchase, had a torrid time in defense and could not stay on his feet while battling with Lisandro Lopez. Benitez has a lot to think about. It is clear the owners aren't his biggest fans, and they're not interested in providing him with the money to bolster his squad, but he needs to find a way to make this team work. Hopefully Liverpool finds a way to get better without Gerrard, but that doesn't seem likely to happen.

Young Gunners see off Liverpool

Arsenal's brilliant young gunners are at it again. This time seeing off a Liverpool team which included the always reliable Dirk Kuyt and Manchester United foe David Ngog. No one expected anything different from the Arsenal youngsters, with Fran Merida proving to be an acceptable replacement for Fabregas. But there's worry about Liverpool as their topsy turny year continues. One good thing out of this game is that Alberto Aquilani was able to step onto the field and show a glimpse of what he has. And Arsenal's young genius Samir Nasri made a welcomed return at the Emirates.