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I foresaw this day would come, I knew we would lose and I knew we would underperform.* How did I know this? Well there are a list of factors which individually may not have lead to a defeat however collectively it was inevitable.

-Reina injured (thought he would start though not fully fit)
-Sturridge injured
-Gerrard whilst in form is getting tired now
-Three consecutive winning streak: I felt this would impact us as we would be overly confident going into the game and our concentration might be off
-Southampton at St. Marys: They are a good passing side and have two or three quality players. Furthermore they have been very solid at home this season and secured a good points haul from the teams in the top ten

I'm not too worried to be honest. Overall we are on an upwards trajectary and playing very good football at times. Today we looked lethargic and disconnected, and I partially blame Rogers' team selection. Fair enough resting Lucas but an injured Allen should not have played in his place, especially in a position he has proven to be shakey in; Henderson should have replaced Lucas if needs be.I also feel Sturridge should have been rested as he isn't fully fit and lacks sharpness. I'd like to have seen Suarez played alone with Coutinho running off him.

5th is still a possibility, but if we don't get it then I'm not too worried. I believe the right players will come to us with or without the lure of European football if they can see where our project is heading. I think we'll come back much stronger, consistent and cohesive next year when the players get a good pre-season behind them and have played together a lot. We could make an assault on the top four then depending on how other teams fair, baring in mind they will not stand still and will be strengthening too. Let's see how the next eight games pan out.

*For anyone doubting me check my predictions in Didi's league.