Liverpool midfielder Raheem Sterling says he's fresher for his midseason break.
Sterling thrilling display against Chelsea in Capital One Cup provided the perfect riposte to critics who questioned his mid-season break in the Caribbean.
He said: "I knew I would get loads of stick for being given the break, but the manager did say at the start of the season that this is what he would do.
"I think (the break) will help me. I am back now, refreshed and ready to go again.
"It is always good to get a few days off. I am focused on where I need to be at which is helping the team by scoring or providing assists."
