Carra: Henderson showed he's grown into captain's role
Jordan Henderson's performance at Goodison Park was evidence of how the midfielder has matured as Liverpool captain, according to Jamie Carragher.
The No.14 was a calm presence throughout the Merseyside derby on Monday night as the Reds stepped up the search for a winner against Everton in the second half.
Jürgen Klopp’s side eventually found one deep into stoppage-time, when Sadio Mane pounced on Daniel Sturridge’s strike onto the post to prod into an empty net.
The Senegal international deservedly earned praise for his decisive contribution, but Carragher felt Henderson was equally worthy of credit for his leadership.
“It’s now 10 games unbeaten against Everton for Liverpool’s captain and you couldn’t fail to see his delight about this latest Merseyside derby success,” the Reds legend writes in his latest Daily Mail column.
“Sadio Mane grabbed the headlines with his injury-time goal – but Henderson’s performance could not go without notice.
“He ensured his side retained their discipline in the first half when Everton tried to make it a fight and then went on to always pick the right pass when Liverpool started to play.
“When he first became Liverpool captain, things were not so easy and it is not wrong to say he struggled with initial scrutiny but everything about his performance at Goodison Park showed how much he has grown into the role.”