Fit-again ace Daniel Sturridge stars as Liverpool hit Southampton for six

Southampton 1 Liverpool 6: Liverpool cruised into the semi-finals of the Capital One Cup as fit-again Daniel Sturridge inspired a stunning 6-1 win at Southampton last night.

Responding to manager Jurgen Klopp’s subtle suggestions he needed to consider playing even if not 100% fit, the striker demonstrated masterful finishing ability with two elegant goals to put his team in control after Sadio Mane had headed Southampton into a first-minute lead.

With a hat-trick from Divock Origi — his first goals for the club — and a further finish from substitute Jordon Ibe, Klopp’s team set up a last four clash with Stoke.