Tag: Liverpool

Liverpool included in match-fixing storm

It has been reported Liverpool’s 2009 Champion’s League clash with Debrecen was one of almost four hundred matches worldwide to have been targeted by a far eastern betting ring. It is alleged that the Hungarian side’s goalkeeper Vukasin Poleksic was paid to ensure that there were more than two...

Two points dropped for the Reds

Liverpool are now seven points behind the Champions League places after squandering a two goal lead at the Emirates to draw with Arsenal. Luis Suarez gave the Reds the lead after just five minutes following some shambolic defensive play by the hosts....

Trio set to return for Reds

Liverpool could be boosted by the return of three key players for tomorrow evenings trip to Arsenal. Goalkeeper Pepe Reina and defenders Glen Johnson and Jose Enrique are all available after recovering from their respective injuries, news that will be welcomed by manager Brendan Rodgers as he aims to...

Gerrard eyes caps record

Captain Steven Gerrard has revealed his ambition to beat David Beckham’s record of international caps for an England outfield player. Gerrard joined the 100 club when he played in his country’s last match, a 4-2 defeat to Sweden last November and is confident that he can lead the team...

Stoke City vs. Liverpool Preview

The Boxing Day fixtures in the Premier League conclude at the Britannia Stadium as Stoke City host Liverpool. The hosts extended their unbeaten run to eight games with a goalless draw with Tottenham Hotspur last time out and are one of only two teams who are yet to lose...

Manchester United vs. Liverpool

Sunday’s Premier League double header begins at Old Trafford as top of the table Manchester United host Liverpool, in a game that has seen no shortage of drama over the years. The hosts go in to the game having drawn 2-2 with West Ham United in their FA Cup...

Rodgers satisfied with Young Boys win

The Reds certainly raised their fair share of eyebrows following the 5-3 victory over Young Boys on Thursday evening, although Brendan Rodgers has moved to quickly praise his young team. The former Swansea boss opted for inexperience in the game against the Swiss outfit and following the success, he...

What the Reds can learn

Just before Euro 2012 this summer, the French (and Newcastle) player Yohan Cabaye said that the thing he was most concerned about for the summer tournament was Steven Gerrard. In the end France and England drew 1-1 in their 11 June game, but the Frenchman made a good point...