LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, September 26, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers congratulates two-goal hero Daniel Sturridge as he substitutes the striker during the 3-2 Premier League victory over Aston Villa at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Sturridge saves Rodgers: 5 talking points from Liverpool 3-2 Aston Villa

Daniel Sturridge inspired Liverpool to a 3-2 win over Aston Villa on Saturday, and under-fire Brendan Rodgers has much to be positive about.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's Nathaniel Clyne in action during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match against Carlisle United at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Tactical Analysis: How Liverpool failed to break down Carlisle’s well-drilled defence

Liverpool’s League Cup victory over Carlisle United on Wednesday was marked by a worrying failure to break down a well-organised defence.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Monday, August 24, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia in action against Arsenal during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Why Philippe Coutinho isn’t ready for a move to Barcelona – yet

Despite Neymar’s comments on Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho suiting a move to Barcelona, the No. 10 is not yet ready.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 22, 2015: Liverpool's Emre Can in action against Manchester United's Ashley Young during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Man United vs. Liverpool: Positional Head-to-Heads & Combined XI

Liverpool face bitter rivals Man United on Saturday evening, Henry Jackson selects his combined XI between the two sides.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Stoke City during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Selecting a Liverpool 5-a-side team from current players: Brazilian flair with English workrate

Who would make your ideal Liverpool five-a-side team of current players, and why?

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, August 29, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia looks dejected after being sent off against West Ham United during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Defensive decisions and how to cope without Coutinho

Benji Deane takes a look at the decisions facing Brendan Rodgers during this international break – particularly in defence and following Coutinho’s dismissal.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Stoke Citywith team-mate James Milner during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rodgers on Coutinho: “He is only going to get better”

Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho’s omission from Brazil’s squad has left manager Brendan Rodgers bemused.

SWINDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 2, 2015: Liverpool's Roberto Firmino apologises for not passing during a friendly match against Swindon at the County Ground. (Pic by Mark Hawkins/Propaganda)

Liverpool’s Attacking Width: Who provides it and how can it be maximised?

With attacking options aplenty, Karl Matchett looks at Brendan Rodgers’ wide attackers and the importance their contributions will make this season.

Philippe Coutinho dropped from Brazil squad

He was Liverpool’s matchwinner on Sunday but Philippe Coutinho has bizarrely been dropped by Brazil coach Dunga for their internationals next month.

Athens, Greece - Wednesday, May 23, 2007: AC Milan's Kaka celebrates as Liverpool's Harry Kewell and Steven Gerrard look dejected afte the UEFA Champions League Final at the OACA Spyro Louis Olympic Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“You can build a team around one great player” – Kaka on Coutinho as LFC’s new main man

Brazilian legend Kaka believes Philippe Coutinho can become Liverpool’s main men after the departure of Steven Gerrard this summer.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Stoke Citywith team-mate James Milner during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

James Milner praises “moment of brilliance” from Philippe Coutinho against Stoke City

James Milner was pleased to be on the right side of a Philippe Coutinho stunner as the Brazilian launched Liverpool to victory at Stoke.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Simon Mignolet applauds the supporters after the 1-0 victory over Stoke City during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Simon Mignolet: “We all knew” Philippe Coutinho was going to score

A Philippe Coutinho wondergoal secured Liverpool a 1-0 opening-weekend win at Stoke City, and Simon Mignolet says he knew he would score.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Stoke City during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Media and Liverpool fans react to Coutinho magic and late win over Stoke

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STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 9, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia scores the first goal against Stoke City during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Stoke City 0-1 Liverpool: Late Coutinho stunner earns Reds priceless win

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Photos: Philippe Coutinho and Divock Origi help Liverpool FC to win in Helsinki

We’ve rounded up the best photos from Liverpool’s penultimate pre-season friendly — Saturday’s 2-0 victory over HJK Helsinki in Finland.

HELSINKI, FINLAND - Friday, July 31, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the second goal against HJK Helsinki during a friendly match at the Olympic Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“Coutinho saved us all from sleep” — Liverpool fans react to 2-0 win against HJK Helsinki

Following Liverpool’s 2-0 win against HJK Helsinki, we round-up the best of the social media reaction from a fairly dull affair in Finland.

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HJK Helsinki 0-2 Liverpool: Divock Origi and Philippe Coutinho preserve Reds’ unbeaten summer

Liverpool won 2-0 away to HJK Helsinki on Saturday, as Divock Origi and Philippe Coutinho’s second-half strikes kept up the Reds’ unbeaten pre-season.

Video: Philippe Coutinho scores for Liverpool on first pre-season start

Philippe Coutinho doubled Liverpool’s lead against HJK Helsinki with a deflected shot from inside the area.

BLACKBURN, ENGLAND - Wednesday, April 8, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Blackburn Rovers during the FA Cup 6th Round Quarter-Final Replay match at Ewood Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

HKJ Helsinki vs. Liverpool – Team News – Coutinho makes first pre-season appearance

Philippe Coutinho will make his first appearance of the summer for Liverpool on Saturday afternoon when the Reds take on HJK Helsinki in Finland, and Brazilian youngster Allan is named on the bench.

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Monday, July 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers during a training session at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok on day one of the club's preseason tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

5 Things Brendan Rodgers will be looking for from Liverpool’s last pre-season games

As Liverpool prepare for their final two games of pre-season, Henry Jackson selects five things Brendan Rodgers will be aiming to do in both matches.

WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 25, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia in action against West Bromwich Albion FC during the Premier League match at the Hawthorns. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Coutinho and Can make Liverpool pre-season return in Under-21s match

Liverpool duo Philippe Coutinho and Emre Can got their first playing minutes of pre-season when they lined up for the Reds’ under-21s on Sunday afternoon.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 19, 2015: Aston Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the first equalising goal against Liverpool during the FA Cup Semi-Final match at Wembley Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

How Liverpool can get the best out of Christian Benteke

With Christian Benteke likely to join Liverpool after the Reds’ £32.5 million bid, Jack Lusby explores how to get the best out of the Aston Villa striker.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Monday, April 13, 2015: Liverpool's Lucas Leiva applauds the supporters after the Premier League match against Newcastle United at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Lucas Leiva looking forward to “exciting” Philippe Coutinho-Roberto Firmino partnership

Veteran midfielder Lucas Leiva is the latest to welcome Roberto Firmino to Liverpool, and he is expecting big things from him and Philippe Coutinho.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 19, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates his goal against Aston Villa during the FA Cup Semi-Final match at Wembley Stadium. (Pic by Gareth Jones/Propaganda)

Philippe Coutinho on Liverpool’s top-four hopes, Roberto Firmino and Brendan Rodgers

Talking while on international duty with Brazil, Philippe Coutinho provided an insight into the season ahead for Liverpool, and new signing Roberto Firmino.

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Key Liverpool trio set to miss Reds’ pre-season tour

Roberto Firmino, Philippe Coutinho and Emre Can will all likely miss Liverpool’s pre-season tour this summer, due to their summer tournament commitments.

BOLTON, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 4, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the winning second goal in injury time against Bolton Wanderers during the FA Cup 4th Round Replay match at the Reebok Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

10 Reasons for Optimism Ahead of Liverpool’s 2015/16 Season

While it all seems to be doom and gloom around Liverpool this summer, Jack Lusby finds 10 reasons for supporters to be optimistic in 2015/16.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 29, 2014: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers before the Premier League match against Stoke City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

5 Things Liverpool Must Do This Summer Transfer Window

After the debacle that was 2014/15, Liverpool need to get this summer transfer window right, and Jack Lusby has five things they must do to do so.

BLACKBURN, ENGLAND - Wednesday, April 8, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the first goal against Blackburn Rovers during the FA Cup 6th Round Quarter-Final Replay match at Ewood Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Philippe Coutinho impresses in 2014/15, now must add more goals and consistency in 2015/16

Philippe Coutinho’s second full season at Anfield was arguably his best on a personal level, despite a drop of form for the team collectively.