Liverpool Fans Blast Daniel Sturridge's Performance in Goalless Against Manchester United

Daniel Sturridge was once a 20-goal a season striker for Liverpool, when partnered alongside Luis Suarez, nowadays Reds fans want him nowhere near the pitch.

Daniel Sturridge was once a 20-goal a season striker for Liverpool, when partnered alongside Luis Suarez, nowadays Reds fans want him nowhere near the pitch.

This was never more apparent than in Liverpool's 0-0 draw with Manchester United on Sunday. Sturridge looked a shadow of his former self offering no attacking movement or creativity.

The England international was subbed on for Roberto Firmino in the 31st minute to the surprise of many Liverpool fans with Xherdan Shaqiri and Divock Origi remaining on the bench.

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Origi has been preferred to Sturridge in recent weeks and Shaqiri was the difference maker in the reverse fixture at Anfield, netting a brace as Liverpool overcame their rivals in a 3-1 win.

Many Liverpool fans were quick to voice their displeasure on Twitter about Sturridge being brought on.

I’d rather Brewster play once he’s fit than Sturridge or Origi. Useless.

— Q (@futebolbaseroom) February 25, 2019

My only criticism in today’s game was why Sturridge?
He gets chances time and time again but doesn’t put in the effort that is required. #LFC

— Kocky Kopite (@KockyKabby) February 24, 2019

Certain spectators weren't happy about Sturridge's lack of movement once he came on...

Sturridge struggles to run and it turns out that’s quite important in football.

— Ryan (@FlyinRyanDotCom) February 25, 2019

Some fans were surprised Sturridge was introduced to a game which already had several injuries...

The one surprise is that Daniel Sturridge isn't injured yet #MUFC #MUNLIV #LFC

— MP (@MartinHP1387) February 24, 2019

In a game where everyone is getting injured i think Sturridge is the last dude you want in the game. #MUFC #MUNLIV

— Robert Rimmer (@Rand0mHero) February 24, 2019

... Whilst Man Utd supporters were happy with the performance Sturridge put in.