Jordan Henderson: Liverpool defended well v Spartak Moscow… finishing is bigger problem

JORDAN HENDERSON bemoaned Liverpool’s lack of ruthless edge as they were held to a 1-1 draw away to Spartak Moscow in the Champions League.

Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson shows off impeccable skills

They fell behind to a Fernando strike in the 23rd minute before Philippe Coutinho levelled things up eight minutes later when he sweeped home after exchanging passes with Sadio Mane.

Although Liverpool dominated large periods of the game, .

Daniel Sturridge missed a very presentable opportunity when he blazed over his volley unmarked in the penalty area.

Liverpool’s defence has come into question recently.

But Henderson thinks the Reds need to work on being more clinical in front of goal.

Jordan Henderson in action for Liverpool against Spartak MoscowGETTY

Jordan Henderson insists Liverpool must be more clinical

On another day it could have been three or four

Jordan Henderson

“It's disappointing. We controlled the game from start to finish so we should win it comfortably,” Henderson said.

"We have got to make sure we don’t give goals away first and foremost.

"On another day it could have been three or four. The performance was decent but not enough to win the game. 

Daniel Sturridge in action against Spartak MoscowGETTY

Daniel Sturridge failed to put away a very presentable opportunity against Spartak Moscow

“I thought we defended well for the majority of the game. But we have to finish the game off and be more ruthless."

Liverpool have picked up two points from their two games and they are second in Group E.

The Reds will be looking to get back to winning ways when they travel to face Newcastle in the Premier League on Sunday (4:30pm).

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