Daniel Sturridge

Daniel Sturridge has made a massive impact since arriving at Liverpool, but the striker credits much of his early success to Philippe Coutinho's skill as a playmaker.

As a former Chelsea player, Daniel Sturridge got a rough reception at Craven Cottage over the weekend—and according to the striker, that's just how he likes it.

On Sunday, Daniel Sturridge's tireless running and constant trickery saw the striker bag three goals and Man of the Match honours—more than enough reason to highlight his afternoon through the wonders of video.

Get your bingo dabbers ready: after his man of the match performance, Daniel Sturridge was praised by Brendan Rodgers for his significant contributions to Liverpool's 3-1 win over Fulham.

Arriving at Liverpool with a reputation for selfish play, Daniel Sturridge has in the months since worked to become more of a team player—and it's already leading to positives for both player and club.

Yesterday saw Liverpool earn their biggest win of the season, and right at the heart were Daniel Sturridge and Jordan Henderson, both of whom scored twice and earned an assist.

An inescapable storyline surrounds Liverpool this week, but it's the Daniel Sturridge subplot that shouldn't be lost in all the white noise of the major narrative.

Apparently, amidst the high-pitched squawking of the morally outraged and the resigned sighing of the embattled supporters of Liverpool Football Club, a game took place. Robbie Fowler was quite impressed.

Everybody's talking about Luis Suarez, but what got left behind was the brilliant 45-plus minutes turned in by Daniel Sturridge, easily his best over the past month and one that's deserving of a closer look.

Liverpool travel to Reading to face new manager Nigel Adkin's relegation-threatened side at the Madejski stadium.