2011 Liverpool Away – Luis Suarez #7 L

The 2011–12 season was Luis Suárez’s first full campaign with Liverpool, and while it showcased his brilliance, it was also marred by controversy. Wearing the iconic #7 shirt, Suárez dazzled with his skill, movement, and finishing, but the season was defined as much by his form as it was by his high-profile suspension. Despite the noise, Suárez finished as Liverpool’s top scorer and played a crucial role in their League Cup triumph — the club’s first trophy in six years.

🏆 Liverpool 2011–12 Season Summary

• Premier League: 8th place (52 points) – Disappointing domestic finish

• FA Cup: Finalist (❌ Lost 1–2 to Chelsea)

• League Cup: 🏆 Winners (vs Cardiff City – won on penalties)

• Europa League: Did not qualify

Under Kenny Dalglish, Liverpool were inconsistent in the league but found cup success, lifting the Carling Cup for the 8th time in club history.

⚽ Luis Suárez’s Role & Stats

• Position: Striker / Second Forward

• Premier League: 31 appearances, 11 goals, 3 assists

• FA Cup: 4 goals

• League Cup: 1 goal

• All Competitions: 39 appearances, 17 goals, 5 assists

• Notable Moment: Scored a stunning hat-trick vs Norwich City, including a 45-yard lob

• Controversy: Suspended 8 matches for racially abusing Patrice Evra (Manchester United)

Despite the suspension and media scrutiny, Suárez showed glimpses of his world-class ability, creating chances and dragging defenses constantly.

🔴 Liverpool 2011–12 Squad (Key Players)

Manager: Kenny Dalglish

Goalkeepers

• Pepe Reina

• Doni

• Brad Jones

Defenders

• Jamie Carragher

• Daniel Agger

• Martin Škrtel

• Glen Johnson

• José Enrique

• Sebastián Coates

• Martin Kelly

• Jon Flanagan

Midfielders

• Steven Gerrard (Captain)

• Jordan Henderson

• Charlie Adam

• Jay Spearing

• Stewart Downing

• Craig Bellamy

• Maxi Rodríguez

• Dirk Kuyt

• Jonjo Shelvey

Forwards

• Luis Suárez (#7)

• Andy Carroll (#9)

• Craig Bellamy

• Dirk Kuyt