Rodgers praises 'unplayable' Suarez

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'Unplayable' Luis Suarez praised for rescuing Liverpool

Brendan Rodgers hails Uruguayan star after Reds draw 1-1 against Newcastle United

Luis Suarez shows superb composure to score Liverpool's equaliser at Anfield

Manchester City star Yaya Toure is one of four Barclays Premier League players shortlist for the 2012 award for African Footballer of the Year.

The midfielder, from the Ivory Coast, claimed the award last year and will be among the favourites after playing a starring role as Manchester City became Barclays Premier League champions for the first time in 44 years.

Arsenal forward Gervinho, former Chelsea forward Didier Drogba, Newcastle United's striker Demba Ba and Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel are also on the shortlist as is former Arsenal midfielder Alex Song.

Key Points

  • Liverpool manager hails display of Luis Suarez in 1-1 draw with Newcastle
  • Suarez cancels out Yohan Cabaye's first-half strike
  • Uruguayan star has already scored seven League goals already this season