On Saturday, Suarez made his first start since returning from a nine-game absence. There were few positives to take from Liverpool’s 2-1 loss to Manchester United, but the Uruguayan’s goal was one of them. It was his sixth of the current Premier League campaign, and brought his team back into the contest.
A Charlie Adam free kick bounced off of Rio Ferdinand, and Suarez tapped it home from close range.
Suarez maintained his focus on the task at hand, and stepped forward when his team needed him most. Suarez gave Liverpool a glimmer of hope. According to the old adage, great players don’t dwell on the past. They take care of whatever comes next.
The 25-year-old displayed mental strength in the hostile cauldron of Old Trafford. He faced unceasing taunts from the crowd, but endured them, never stopped fighting and influenced the outcome.
Better times are ahead for Suarez and Liverpool fans. Trying times like these test one’s character. Suarez emerged with a concrete moment onto which he can stack moments of magic that are sure to come.
Review all the action from Saturday’s game in our Liverpool Live Blog.
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