I like him playing on the right wing, he does not have to think too much and can use his pace to good effect.Well taken goals & could have had a few more but a job done professionally and well.
Two great assists from Sterling - the first was a first time lay back into KDB and the second a super pull back from the line after a ‘give and go’. The benefit of Raheem using his pace to go outside the full back
This is why I worry about Flash on the left flank, lack of pace and often cuts inside and slows the attack, still a good player mind, but not top shelf.The weight on the pass from De Bruyne’s to Sterling in the build up to the second goal…..perfection. Great ‘give and go’ - really good example of what difference it can offer when playing a fleet footed player in a wide position where he can use his ‘natural’ foot. That can keep some defences on their toes.
The other thing about Sterling’s play yesterday - maybe because he was more comfortable on the RH side - was that he kept it simple. He didn’t faff about with the ball, didn’t take too many touches or bring the ball into close contact with his opponent. He played quick, simple passes and didn’t over complicate things. Reminded me of that season when Arteta spent so much time with him in the early seasons under Pep.This is why I worry about Flash on the left flank, lack of pace and often cuts inside and slows the attack, still a good player mind, but not top shelf.