Liverpool –
Jürgen Klopp know the special Steven Gerrard for Liverpool. But, for 90 minutes of duel against Aston Villa, Gerrard is a rival to beat.
Gerrard is a living legend for the Reds with all his achievements during his 17 years playing there. It’s only natural that he was so hailed by Liverpudlian, even when he was no longer a Liverpool player.
It has been a long time since Gerrard has returned to Anfield after leaving six years ago, when his contract was not renewed. The momentum finally came in the 16th week of the English Premier League, Saturday (11/12/2021) night WIB.
Liverpool will face Villa who is now coached by Gerrard. Once back at his old home, Gerrard came as an enemy but that did not reduce the emotional side of this match.
Because fans have been waiting for this match since Gerrard was appointed Villa manager last month. The arrival of Gerrard has changed Villa’s fortunes, which had slumped and have now collected three wins from their last four matches.
Therefore the hype for this match will be even greater and Klopp understands that. However, there will be no sentiment involved during the 90 minutes of the match because Liverpool also need a win to maintain their position in the top two standings.
Liverpool currently have 34 points, one point lost to Manchester City and one point ahead of Chelsea. Therefore, Klopp ensures that Anfield will give an unfriendly welcome to his former captain.
“He came here to win,” he said Jürgen Klopp on the club’s official website.
“It’s not easy for a world-class player to be a great manager – but anything is possible and Stevie has the ability to do that and I’m happy.”
“It was a good start for Gerrard at Aston Villa, but those four games were not against us.”
“We love Steven but that means nothing throughout this game. We are all professionals because we also want to give our best.”
“We need Anfield. Stevie will get the best reception in the world because he deserves it. Before the game and after the game, but we need the support of the fans for 95 minutes.”
(mrp / cas)
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