Liverpool 1 Bolton 0

Hard fought victory, 3 points in the bag and only a point difference between us and the Bluenose. Not that fantastic a match. The Gks of both sides (esp Carson) had not much work to do throughout most of the 90 (+4)mins. Most of the action took place in midfield. Although we were in control most of the time, Bolton's defence stood firm... well marshalled by Gardner. In fact, our defence was equally up to the standard as well... all thanks to Pelle.

John Welsh made a rare appearance for the first team today. A few good passes but still a long way to go and many things to learn from his seniors. Nunez had a great shot at goal in the first half and he seems to be improving with every match. Our strikeforce comprised of the makeshift duo - Garcia and Gerrard. And with Gerrard missing in midfield, there seems to be a lack of creativity and motivation in the team. The match ended goalless at half time.

In the 2nd half Rafa made 3 substitutions, knowing how important this 3points meant to both us and Bolton. We became more attacking with the introduction of Le Tallec, Smicer and Mori. And with Gerrard and Garcia back to their original position, the team became more lively. We piled more pressure onto the visitors and on the 86th min, a great header by Igor Biscan got the well-deserved 3 points for us. In the remaining 4 (+4) mins, Bolton came forward in waves but our defence held on. Carson pulled off a great save in the dying seconds to deny Okocha and the whole Bolton team.

With us pulling off a win against our fellow CL contender at Anfield, the pressure is now back onto Everton to pull away from us.