Steven Gerrard - Simply Immense

I was watching redhalfofmerseyside videos and I was quite attracted to this video of our skipper, Steven Gerrard. Just unbelievable when you see him coming up with such goals!

Steven Gerrard - Simply Immense
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That's our Captain of Liverpool Football Club.

Come on Reds!

You'll Never Walk Alone..

Move Over Blues, The Reds Are The Masters of Efficiency

I got this from uneditedmara's blog and I find it pretty true. What do you guys think?


Being Liverpool fans we are all privileged to be part of a club with such a prestigious history in football, and one that won over the hearts as well as captured the imagination of fans all around the world.

It is unfortunate, then, that only three seasons ago Liverpool’s reputation as a fluid footballing team were destroyed by the man who believed that defence was everything - Gerard Houllier.

The man who had a five-year plan that failed got himself sacked in the sixth, to be replaced by a Spaniard, Rafa Benitez, whose appointment led to both optimism and skepticism - especially in the light of ex-Porto, now-Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho.


The Special One claimed that Liverpool had tried to appoint him, but he had snubbed them - effectively downplaying Rafa’s reputation as a master tactician in Spain.

So the Portugese peacock set out a grand plan to play boring football with geniuses like Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard - and got himself two Premiership titles in the process. The team spirit was magnificent, but it didn’t exactly translate to crackling football on the pitch.

Rafa, in the meantime, had himself a mediocre introductory season in the Premiership, while he significantly improved the eye-catchiness of football on Merseyside in the first season. Djibril Cisse, part of the legacy left behind by Houllier, was one of the key players who might have scored more. Steven Gerrard, undoubtedly, was the engine.

In his second season, Liverpool finished strongly and with intent for the Premiership title; however, a slow start means that we are now chasing for third place at best, while our footballing style is evolving.

Against Arsenal and PSV Eindhoven, we managed to eke out seven goals and only conceded one - and only with the smaller share of possession in both games.

Instead of shooting like headless chickens a la the Houllier era, where Heskey and Baros took turns to see who could miss more often, the Rafalutionary boys only take their aim towards goal sparingly and effectively.

The crosses no longer look aimless - Jermaine Pennant and Alvaro Arbeloa’s combined backheel was concluded by a supreme cross which Peter Crouch slid in like a world-class striker.

In the meantime, Chelsea struggled to beat Watford, even though they more than knocked at goal with the number of opportunities as well as the possession they had. In the end, they had to wait for genius to take over, and a cross from Shevchenko was converted by Salomon Kalou to steal a victory.

The new-look Liverpool team is one that knows when to pass, when to cross, and when to shoot. Even Stevie G, the rampaging midfield general commanding the field, knows when to attack and when to track back.


We don’t just play prettier football - I don’t say pretty because the word is used to describe Arsenal’s play - but we play intelligent football, one that talks about timing and efficiency. It is not just about working hard; Benitez believes in smart, strategic football, and has worked so hard to instill these values into his team.

It may well be that Chelsea will finish above Liverpool this season - but judging from how Rafa’s boys are improving in footballing efficiency every season, Mourinho might well be looking behind his shoulder next season to see how far we’ll catch up. Needless to say, he might just need to look in front as well.

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Liverpool Banners..

Got these banners from liverpolfc.tv and some of them from the my own collections..





















My favourite banner is the last one. ;)

You'll Never Walk Alone..

READING 1 LIVERPOOL 2

Team of the day..
Reina, Arbeloa, Hyypia, Carragher, Finnan, Gonzalez, Sissoko, Mascherano, Gerrard MBE (captain), Crouch, Bellamy.
Subs - Dudek, Kuyt, Pennant, Agger, Riise

Match Highlights..

Reading 1-2 Liverpool Goals
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Louis' Comments..

It wasn't the best performance by Liverpool and to be frank, I was getting frustrated times and times again during the game.

Both teams didn't really settled down in the first half and it was pretty messy at times. Liverpool didn't control the game and passing was poor especially the mifield and the attack. Reading was closing down really hard and fast on us and credit to them, they seems to show more hunger and determination on the field.

Even so, we managed to get in front. A quick counter-attack from a Reading corner and Arbeloa brought on the ball all the way from defence. A one-two with Crouch and he was away with a cool finish into the Reading's net. A good goal and that's the first goal for our January signing. He has done pretty well since coming here. Keep it going!



The match was boring and wasn't pretty. The ball seems to be hovered around the field and even though we had the lead, we didn't create much and I could sense that the team didn't really have the hunger to fight.

I was switching channels and I didn't realise the match started in the second half. By the time I switched over, Reading equalised. I didn't really notice what really happened, however, I believe Reading deserves the goal.

At that point, I could see that Liverpool had a slight change in their play. They showed a little more urgency and was passing the ball more often. Dirk Kuyt was brought in and he did play quite well upon coming in. As usual, his non-stop running and work rate was brilliant. Fortunately, his efforts were paid off.



Pennant dribbled down the right flank on the 86th minute and the substitute delivered a perfect cross for Kuyt to head it in the winner. Finally, Dirk Kuyt scores! It's been sometime since he celebrated a goal. He's been very wasteful in past matches and being a striker, I believe you must know how to put the ball into the net. I do hope this goal can boost his confidence.

I was quite disappointed with Mark Gonzalez's performance. He has not been playing well for us, at least for Liverpool's standards. No doubt, he has great pace which is an great asset. However, I believe such speed is nothing when you can't contribute much in the overall game. His dribbling, crossing and control were very disappointing. He also has the great tenancy to lose the ball.



He's been in England for quite some time and it's fair enough to say that he has sufficient time to adapt to English football, which apparently, he is not showing that. Rafa Benitez has always giving him chances and chances again and spent so much time signing for him. I truly believe that he needs to improve on his overall performance and play like a left winger.

Another player which disappoints me is Momo Sissoko. Everyone knows how poor his passing is. Last night's match was just one of the matches which proves that fact. He's a good player. His tackling, strength and presence in the mifield do help Liverpool. However, if you can't pass properly, you can't play football. His form recently isn't the best and you could see that he gives away silly fouls and loses possession easily as well. Yes, it's very frustrating to see him playing like this.

I do like him as a player. I like tackling, his strength and his long legs. However, if Momo continues to play like this, I'm afraid that he will not be playing as often as before. With Alonso and Mascherano playing so well together and Gerrard as well, it's highly competitive in the middle of the field.

It wasn't the best performance by Liverpool. Was lethargic and lazy on the ball. However, when a team is in good form, sometimes in football, when you are not playing well, we still can win. And we did.

Back to Anfield this coming Wednesday against PSV. We have to go into the semi-finals!

You'll Never Walk Alone..

PSV 0 LIVERPOOL 3

Team of the day..
Reina, Riise, Agger, Carragher, Finnan, Aurelio, Gerrard MBE (captain), Alonso, Mascherano, Crouch, Bellamy.
Subs - Hyypia, Zenden, Gonzalez, Pennant, Arbeloa, Bellamy, Dudek



Match Highlights..

PSV 0-3 Liverpool [Highlights]
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Louis' Comments..

The first leg of Champions League quarter-final went really well for us. We were back at the Philips Stadium again this season against the Dutch team PSV. I was not surprised by this line-up. Somehow, I knew that Peter Crouch would be playing. Craig Bellamy maybe not feeling 100% fit and Dirk Kuyt was to partner Crouch upfront. Finnan and Riise back in the team line up.

We settled well in the game and we didn't have much to handle from PSV attacks. Carragher and Agger were playing comfortably at the back and Reina didn't have to make any saves. We almost scored through Carragher after a corner from Gerrard. Gomes, the PSV goalkeeper made a great save.



On the 27th minute, Stevie put us ahead. A good cross by Steve Finnan and Gerrard was in the middle heading in his 15th European Goal. Steven Gerrard has broken Ian Rush's record of 14 goals. We were in control of the game and no doubt, we were playing well.

PSV tried to put some pressure onto us in the second half. However, I guess Liverpool's defence stood strong and disciplined.



Just 4 minutes after second half, we had another. After a poor clearance by the PSV defence, John Arne Riise was able to capitalise on their mistake and shot another of his trademarks goals with his lethal left foot. Awesome goal! I was shouting "Shoot!" when he took on the ball. It just feels great to see the ball flew into the net.

The mifield worked hard with Mascherano and Alonso in the middle. Mascherano was protecting the back four and I believe that Rafa have found a gem for the team. We were passing around and making sure that PSV do not score.

We added a third on the 63th minute. Peter Crouch, who scored a hat-trick against Arsenal, headed in Liverpool's third and last goal of the night. Alonso found Finnan on the right and the Republic of Ireland right back didn't disappoint with a brilliant cross for Crouch.



PSV was totally outplayed and they had no clue on what's happening on the field. The shirt in yellow was dominating the game and the players put a efficient performance out there. Ronald Koeman was just sitting on his bench, looking helpless while the opposite number, Rafa Benitez was standing by the touchline, shouting and giving out instructions to his players. He's never seems satisfied and it deemed so hard to see Rafa smiling. (Even his team is 3-0 up away from home.)



This match was also the NIGHT OF RECORDS.

-Steven Gerrard became the fifth player in Liverpool's history to play in 50 Champions League matches.

-Gerrard's goals broke Liverpool's record of most goals scored in the competition.

-Gerrard made it 15 goals, overtaking Ian Rush's tally of 14 in the European Cup.

- It was Liverpool's biggest away victory in the Champions League.

-It was Liverpool's 50th Champions League match.

-Jamie Carragher made his 58th appearance Champions League appearance for Liverpool, a club record.

3 away goals in the bag and we can't say that we are in the semi-finals yet. We still have a job to do at Anfield and we can't allow complacency creep into us. We still have to work hard together and play some good football.

The fans were awesome as always. I could hear their singing at the Philips Stadium and it pleases me to see fans singing You'll Never Walk Alone aloud. Come on Reds!



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PSV VS LIVERPOOL PREVIEW (FIRST LEG)

Against the Dutch Champions second time this season. It's the quarter-final of the Champions League and I believe the players knew themselves how near they are from the Athens. A good result away from home is always proved to be so crucial.

Preview..

PSV v Liverpool Preview
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TOP 10 UCL GOALS THIS SEASON so far

Got this from redhalfofmerseyside as well. Enjoy this..

Top ten Goals in UCL This season
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You'll Never Walk Alone..

LIVERPOOL TREBLE IN 2001

I was browsing the videos uploaded by redhalfofmerseyside and this video brought back great memories a few years back. Fantastic goal by Robbie Fowler, a great comeback by Michael Owen and the Golden Goal which completed the TREBLE.

Liverpool FC - The Treble 2001
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Special Thanks to redhalfofmerseyside

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LIVERPOOL 4 ARSENAL 1

Team of the day..
Reina, Aurelio, Agger, Carragher, Arbeloa, Gonzalez, Alonso, Mascherano, Pennant, Gerrard MBE (captain), Crouch.
Subs - Dudek, Riise, Kuyt, Zenden, Fowler



Match Highlights..

Liverpool 4-1 Arsenal | Goals
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Louis' Comments..

Finally, a win for us against the Gunners this season. We've suffered 3 defeats against them so far. The League (3-0), the Fa Cup (3-1) and lastly the League Cup (6-3). Fortunately, the fourth time wasn't a lost, it's a massive win for us.

When I saw the starting line-up on the liverpoolfc.tv, I was pleased to see Peter Crouch up front and Steven Gerrard playing on the free role. In my opinion, Liverpool tends to play better with this formation. With 5 in the middle and one lone striker up front. Of course, during the game, the formation is so flexible that the overall play of the team would be interchangeable. This is what I like about Rafa's tactics.



We started the game really well and Peter Crouch scored the first goal. A brillant team-play by Pennant and Arbeloa on the right flank and Crouch was the first to react in front of the defender to stuck the ball home. 1-0 Liverpool!

Arsenal was keeping the ball and had many possession. However, our defence was disciplined and we didn't give them any much spaces. Julio Basptisa had a chance at our penalty area, and his shot went wide. Now I understand why Arsenal fans are furious to hear that Arsene Wenger is going to sign him for 15 million.



Few minutes later, we added another. Alonso took a quick free-kick to Fabio Aurelio. Our Brazilian left back crossed a beauty and Crouch scored his second with his mighty header. 2-0 Liverpool!

Second half starts and Arsenal had a chance through Adebayo. He had a shot outside the area and unfortunately for him, his shot hit Reina left hand post. Reina saw it late and for this, we had some luck. Later on, Adebayo's header was well saved by Reina and his save hit against the same left post again. GOOD SAVE Reina!

Fabio Aurelio's freekick was well met with Agger's header and that's was our third goal! Excellent crossing bu Fabio and he's enjoying his game out there. Teammates were congratulating Fabio for this goal as well. 3-0 Liverpool



Although we were 3 goals ahead, I was saying that we can't allow Arsenal to score. We can't give them any breathing space. Arsenal is a capable team and if we become complacent, I believe they can punish us.

They indeed got one back. A corner from the right and we didn't win the first ball. Adebayor flicked on towards goal and Gallas just deflected it into the goal. 3-1 Arsenal.

The Arsenal players were gaining some confidence and started to threaten Liverpool's defence. I was beginning to worry a little despite of the 2 goal lead. Arsenal was beginning to play their swift and fast football. Luckily for us, we managed to hang on.

Rafa was beginning to make substitutions and I was afraid that Peter Crouch would be taken off. Rafa just loves doing that. I wanted Peter to get his hat-trick. He was playing really well out there and his touches were world class. His efforts did paid off. He managed to score his third. A ball from Pennant from the right found him in the penalty area. His excellent footwork fooled Kolo Toure and he shot past Lehmann with his left foot. Brilliant goal! 4-1 Liverpool.



With the score 4-1, I was beginning to feel more at ease. Liverpool themselves knew that they were going to win the game. Controlled the last few minutes of the game and our "You'll Never Walk Alone" was great as ever.

The win was a well-deserved one and I was glad that 3 points belonged to us. The team played really well and special praise to several players. Mascherano, Aurelio, Arbeloa. These 3 players put up a superb performance and it's great to see them link up with the team really well.

My match of the match will definitely Peter Crouch. The man who made all the difference!



It's a good win. Let's enjoy this, and look forward to Wednesday game against PSV. Come on Liverpool! Let's end the season on a high!

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LIVERPOOL VS ARSENAL PREVIEW

Liverpool vs Arsenal Trailer
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Thanks to redhalfofmerseyside for the video.

Louis' Comments..

A WIN. Any pre-match talks and discussions are just redundant. Three points is the main aim and we can talk later in post match reports. Come on Reds!

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I CAN'T SEE MY TAGBOARD!

Hey guys, due to some problems, I can't see my tagboard at the moment. I know some of you out there can see it, but just unfortunately, for some reason, my tagboard just can't be seen. Instead, it shown me this..

403 Forbidden

The following error occurred: Access denied by access control list.

Could not open error file

I don't know what's the main cause of this and it's been like that for the past 2 days. Guys out there, if you know how to solve this problem, please let me know. Drop me a comment. Truly appreciate it.

* It's pretty irritating not to able to see my own tagboard and the tags from you guys!

Thanks!

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GERRARD AT THE PALACE

From liverpoolfc.tv,

The Liverpool skipper travelled to London with his fiancée Alex Curran to pick up the award from The Queen.

"I've played in big games with special people but I've never experienced anything like this," said the 26-year-old after the hour-long investiture.
"It's completely different nerves to football. In football I know what I'm going to do but today is a big day and a proud day for me."

Gerrard was recognised for services to football having led the Reds to Champions League and FA Cup glory in the space of 12 months.

"I think I've done well on the pitch and off," he added. "I've got a lovely family and the football is going well, I've achieved a lot but I'm still only 26 and it's early in my career. I'm hungry for more.

"Istanbul was just total amazement. To go three goals down, as the captain of the team I came out at half-time playing for respect and trying to keep the score down.

"For us to turn the game all the way around and become victorious was something we never thought possible.

"On the international front I've had the highs and the lows, but to be successful it's just about being patient."


Louis' Comments..

I'm glad for our skipper. He truly deserved it and he played both an important role in winning the Champions League and Fa Cup. To me, he's the top midfielder in the world. You can't find another player like him. He can tackle really well and his runs into the box give defenders nightmare. (Just ask Milan's Gattuso)

He's the captain of Liverpool Football Club and I believe he will be lifting more trophies for us.
Congratulations Stevie!

You'll Never Walk Alone..

ASTON VILLA 0 LIVERPOOL 0

Team of the day..
Reina, Riise, Agger, Carragher, Finnan, Aurelio, Sissoko, Mascherano, Gerrard MBE (captain), Bellamy, Kuyt.
Subs - Hyypia, Fowler, Pennant, Alonso, Dudek

Match Highlights..


Louis Comments..



A boring match for all. Be it, a Liverpool fan, Aston Villa supporter or even a neutral who just wanted to watch a football match. Total boreness throughout the game. Both sides didn't trouble their opposite goalkeeper much.

I was quite surprised to see Alonso on the bench in the beginning and Mascherano starting in place of him. I guess, Rafa wanted to give him a chance to prove himself. He didn't start that well, struggled with Momo in the middle and Liverpool can't get hold of the ball in the early minutes of the game.


We were passing, keep possession later in the game but we didn't do anything else. We didn't create any chances which gave Villa's defence problems. We just passing at the back, Riise to Agger, Agger to Carragher, Carragher to Finnan and back to Reina and the whole cycle again. They looked lazy and didn't have much movement in the middle.

Steven Gerrard was not performing to his best. He seems to have hurt himself during the game and didn't want to stretch to his fullest. I guess he knew himself. I was wondering, was he afraid to get injured? I didn't know, but somehow, something was amiss with our captain's performance. His passing was poor and didn't look to inspire his team-mates to play better and to be driven on.



The team wasn't playing well and I could see that the players seems to be in holiday mood. The long 2 weeks break didn't benefit them at all. The attack was disappointing, mifield was poor until Alonso came in. Defensively, we were fine. However, the overall play of the thing was extremely devastating.

Majority of the time, I was scratching my head and wondering whether Liverpool was playing football or just a routine passing training. Rafa knew that we didn't play well and said that the only positive thing was the point. I just don't understand, other teams can win without playing well, but we just can't? Rafa really needs to do something to our league form. The big question is why our performance is so poor in the league while in Europe, we seems to be another team?



Arsenal slipped and we didn't take the advantage of cutting down the gap. Yes, we cut down to one point with them having a game in hand. It's really frustrating to see us competing for just 3rd in the league while Manchester United and Chelsea are chasing for the title. Liverpool Football Club should be up there, fighting out with the best teams in England and Europe, no doubt about it. Can Rafa do it? Can our players do it? This is still a huge question mark on me.

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A NEW LOOK!

I've given a new look to AnfieldReds and added a banner as well. Just a simple one which includes pictures of our 2005 Champions League winning year.

Feel free to give me your comments. I accept criticism as well. ;)

Thanks guys!

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LIVERPOOL LUCKY?

Also got this from uneditedmara's blog. Liverpool fans out there, after you read this, you will definitely smile..

After Liverpool’s amazing victory over AC Milan in the 2005 champions league final, may disgruntled fans of Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal accused Liverpool of being lucky and undeserving winners.

After all, how could England’s 4th best team achieve such a mean feat? Manchester United could only do it once despite their decade of dominance. Chelsea’s billions and Arsenal’s pretty football haven’t been good enough either.

It must be luck, right?

I saw an interesting and compelling argument on the rivals.net web site. It went something like this….

Post #1:

Luck? Barcelona?

Post #2:

Just like all the luck we had last time eh!!

The year is 2007 and 6 year old Mong fan Chalks is talking to his Dad.

SON “Dad, my mates in school told me that Liverpool won the European Cup for the 5th time in 2005 - are they right dad?”

DAD “Yes son, it’s true, but they were dead lucky son, all the way through the tournament”

SON “Why dad?”

DAD “Well in the group stages …”

SON “What dad, did they have a team from Azerbaijan, Israel, and Ireland in their group?”

DAD “Well no, they had Monaco, Deportivo la Coruna, and Olympiakos”

SON “Well they still sound like 3 easy teams to me dad”

DAD “Actually Monaco reached the final the year before, Olympiakos had won their league 7 times out of the previous 8 seasons, and Deportivo finished above the galacticos of Real Madrid in their league”.

SON “Jeez dad, that sounds like quite a difficult group then”.

DAD “yeh I suppose your right son, but they were still lucky - it took a mishit shot by Gerrard against Olympiakos to get through”.

SON “oh is that the goal were your hero Andy Gray goes berserk shouting “you beauty, you beauty, what a hit son, what a hit!!!!”

DAD “yes son it is”

SON “oh ok. Well what happened in the last 16 dad, who did they draw?”

DAD “Bayer Leverkusen”

SON “Bayer who?”

DAD “Exactly son, but they had beaten Real Madrid 3-0 at home, and won their group that included Dinamo Kiev and Roma too.”

SON “Bloody hell dad, they sound good”.

DAD “Yes, I suppose you’re right son”

SON “So did they win on away goals or something”

DAD “errrrr, no, they won both legs 3-1 each”

SON “Oh - well, who next then dad”

DAD “Juventus”

SON “How the f#*k did they get past them Dad?”

DAD “Well they did - they won 2-1 at home, and cruised to a 0-0 away draw without Juve having hardly any chances”.

SON “Were Juve s*#t at that time - had all their decent players gone or something?”

DAD “Well actually they still had players like Del Piero, Nedved, Ibrahimovic, Thuram, and Buffon in the side. And they won Serie A a few weeks later.”

SON “wow, they beat the Italian champions elect - which p**s easy team did they get in the semi then?”

DAD “Chelsea”

SON “Chelsea - for f#*ks sake - what a p!*s easy draw - they’ve won nothing, Everton have won more than them”.

DAD “Well that season they won the Premiership and League Cup but the Red s**te didn’t let them score in 186 minutes of football”

SON “Jesus Christ - so Liverpool beat the English Champions elect too”

DAD “Yes son, they bloody well did”.

SON “So after all that I suppose all the good teams had been knocked out”

DAD “Not quite son, AC Milan awaited them in the final”

SON “No way - aren’t they the 2nd most successful team in the competition’s history”.

DAD “Yes son they are”

SON “So were Liverpool lucky because Milan had all their good players out with injuries”

DAD “No - they had Shevchenko, Crespo, Maldini, Nesta, Cafu, Kaka, Stam, Dida, Gattuso, Pirlo, and Seedorf”.

SON “Your ‘avin a laff”

DAD “It gets worse son, Milan were cruising, 3-0 up at half-time”.

SON “What happened, did they have 3 men sent off in the second half - how did Liverpool get back into the game?”

DAD “No, Milan had no men sent off, the Red sh**e scored 3 goals in 6 minutes”

SON “Against the best defence in Europe”

DAD “Yes!!!, against the best defence in Europe”

SON “So what happened next - extra time?”

DAD “Yes son, and Dudek made the luckiest save ever to stop a Shevchenko shot from a yard”

SON “Why was it lucky dad - did it hit him on the arse, nose, shoulder or something”

DAD “No son, his hand”

SON “Well aren’t goalies meant to save shots with their hands”

DAD “Yeah, but that’s besides the point”

SON “Then what”

DAD “Penalties!”

SON “English teams are crap at penalties”

DAD “Not this f#*kin time they weren’t - they only missed one. And that’s how Liverpool became the luckiest team to win the European Cup”.

SON “But I bet when they brought the cup home there was hardly anyone to watch as all Liverpool fans live anywhere but Liverpool you say. How many was there, 5,000 or so?”

DAD “1 million people lined the streets”.

SON “So let’s get this straight dad - Liverpool had 3 good teams in their group, they then knocked out a team who had beaten Real Madrid 3-0, they then knocked out the future Serie A champions, then knocked out the future Premiership champions, before coming back from 3-0 down to beat the 2nd most successful club in Europe. And then the whole population of Liverpool came out to welcome them home!!!!”

DAD “That about sums it up son”

SON “Dad?”

DAD “Yes son”

SON “Can I have a Liverpool shirt for my birthday next week, and can you stop calling me Chalks - I’m Stevie from now on”

Do you still think that they were lucky?

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LIPPI'S PHONE CALL TO RAFA..

I got this from uneditedmara's blog, find it really interesting and funny..

In addition to Stevie and Carra being called up for the EuropeXI, Fowler and Bolo have joined the squad. Read aloud complete with Italian and Spanish accents. Don’t forget your hand gestures!

Marcelo: “Hello? Rafa?”
Rafa: “Yes, this Rafael Benitez, how may I help you?”
Marcelo: “Heeeyyyy!!! Rafa! Buddy, how are you?”
Rafa: “Sorry, Who is this?”
Marcelo: “Ah, come on, Rafa, it’s me, your buddy, Marcelo!”
Rafa: “Oh…”
Marcelo: “Well, listen, I need a favor.”
Rafa: “What can I do for you, Mr. Lippi?”
Marcelo: “Please, call me Marcelo.”
Rafa: “Okay… Marcelo.”
Marcelo: “I was wondering if I could have Xabi Alonso and Dirk Kuyt for my match tonight?”
Rafa: “Uh… I don’t know…”
Marcelo: “Oh come on, Rafa… please…”
Rafa: “Listen, Marcelo, you already have two of my best players…”
Marcelo: “Okay, well, what about that Sissoko guy?”
Rafa: “He’s not European.”
Marcelo: “Well, neither is Ronaldinho.”
Rafa: “Sorry, Marcelo, I got to go.”
Marcelo: “Listen, man, please, do you have anybody you can send? I need help bad.”
Rafa: “Well, okay, I’ll see what I can do.”

Fowler playing is not really that far-fetched, I’m kind of glad for him, but Bolo? That’s a stretch, but at least he’ll get some playing time in. Well, at least I hope so.

from: liverpool.theoffside.com

You'll Never Walk Alone..

SOME OF MY FAVOURITE GOALS..

Gerrard Against Olympiakos


Gerrard Against WestHam


Xabi Alonso Against Newcastle


Xabi Alonso Against Arsenal


John Arne Riise Against Chelsea (FA CUP Semi Final)


John Arne Riise Against Manchester United


Luis Garcia Against Arsenal


Luis Garcia Against Chelsea (FA CUP Semi Final)


Peter Crouch Against Gala


Peter Crouch Against Bolton

FUNNY MOMENTS IN FOOTBALL..

Just browsing youtube as I came upon these videos.

Top 20 Celebrations


Top 20 Comedy Moments


Have a good laugh.. For Liverpool fans, did you see some memories back?

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QUARTER FINAL : LIVERPOOL VS PSV.

I was watching the draw and yes, somehow, I was relieved that we got PSV. Of course, PSV is a strong team and they have knocked Arsenal out. Still, I believe that we have met them in the group stage, both teams know each other really well.

Of all the other 7 teams, the Dutch Champions isn't the strongest opponent. Still, in the Champions League, every team is strong and you can't underestimate your opponents. Just remember how Benfica beated Liverpool out of the competition.. We must learn from our mistakes and I believe Rafa Benitez would know what to do against the Dutch Champions.

What Rafa Says..

"At this stage of the competition every team is going to be difficult. We know all about PSV, having already played them twice this season, but that doesn't mean it will be easy," Benitez told Liverpoolfc.tv.

"Sometimes knowing your opponents well can be an advantage but sometimes it can be a disadvantage because they'll also know all about us. We must be cautious.

"I'm sure the supporters will be happy with the draw but we don't want to make the same mistake as last year when went out against Benfica. Then, everyone was saying we'd go through but, of course, Benfica beat us home and away.

"PSV are a very good team. We may have beaten them at home but they held us to a goalless draw at their ground. They have improved since we last met and showed their quality by beating Arsenal in the last round. There are no favourites in this tie.

"Playing away from home first can be good as it means there'll be another special atmosphere at Anfield for the second leg. We are really close to the semi-final and need the support of everyone to help us make this next step. This is the most important game we'll play in the next month and I'm looking forward to it."

Quarter Finals..

AC Milan (Ita) vs Bayern Munich (Ger)

PSV Eindhoven (Hol) vs LIVERPOOL (Eng)

Roma (Ita) vs Man Utd (Eng)

Chelsea (Eng) vs Valencia (Esp)



Semi Finals:

AC Milan or Bayern Munich VS Roma or Man Utd.

PSV Eindhoven or LIVERPOOL VS Chelsea or Valencia

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