London: Mario Balotelli scored just his second goal for Liverpool in 12 appearances as they came from behind to beat Premier League rivals Swansea 2-1 and advance into the last eight of the League Cup at Anfield on Tuesday. Balotelli has struggled since his £16 million ($26 million, 20 million euros) pre-season move from AC Milan and on Tuesday he was on the bench until 11 minutes from time.


Liverpool's Italian forward Mario Balotelli (2nd L) scores his team's first goal during English the League Cup fourth round football match between Liverpool and Swansea City at the Anfield stadium in Liverpool, Northwest England. Pic/AFP 

When the Italian striker was sent on by Reds boss Brendan Rodgers -- a former Swansea manager -- Liverpool were 1-0 behind after Marvin Emnes's goal had broken the deadlock in the 65th minute. But four minutes from time Balotelli demonstrated excellent movement to get clear of the visitors' defence and guide the ball past Swans goalkeeper Gerhard Tremmel.