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Monday, 20 April 2015
Thommo Reds season not over (Sky Sports)
Phil Thompson insists Liverpool8217s season cannot be deemed a failure until their final standing in the Premier League is determined
Dominant Mourinho: Chelsea boss boasts stunning stats over his Premier League rivals
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho was at his tactical best in Saturday evening’s victory over rivals Manchester United, and the win has left the Blues needing just six points to seal the Premier League title.
The Red Devils bossed the stats with over 70% possession and over double the efforts on goal than Mourinho’s men, but it was the Portuguese who took the plaudits.
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While Chelsea have their critics over the way in which they’ve played this season – particularly with their last four domestic fixtures having been won by just a single goal margin – the Blues boss is having the last laugh.
Along with sitting ten points clear of second place Arsenal at the top of the Premier League – as this graphic by Oulala shows, Mourinho has been dominant over his closest rivals – Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City – in his two spells in England with the Stamford Bridge outfit.
In 190 Premier League fixtures, the 52-year-old has won an incredible 133 and lost just 18.
What’s more, for all the ‘park the bus’ quips aimed at Chelsea’s tactics, the Blues have scored 351 goals during Mourinho’s two spells with the club – with only Arsenal having scored more in the same period.
Chelsea are set to return the Premier League trophy for the first time since the 2009-10 season under Carlo Ancelotti. For all the Portuguese’s critics, he has expertly maintained his team’s position at the top of the league – and the fact of the matter is, no other Premier League manager has been able to keep up with the ingenuity of the Special One this term.
GUARDIAN – Brendan Rodgers and his Liverpool nearly men are almost out of excuses | Andy Hunter
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TALKSPORT – It’s happened again! How Liverpool have made a habit of turning wine into water
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LFC.TV – Video: Yesil inspires U21s’ win at Spurs
Samed Yesil fired two superb goals as Liverpool U21s beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 at White Hart Lane on Friday night – and LFCTV GO subscribers can now watch all the action on demand.
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Attention turns to Brendan Rodgers’ signings as debate over Liverpool’s failings begins
The aftermath of any Liverpool defeat is always followed by questions, often pointing to a long-term rot, hierarchical problems or root cause for said loss.
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10 Things Brendan Rodgers Must Do in Last 6 Games of 2014/15
With Liverpool’s pre-season objectives all but out of reach, Jack Lusby picks 10 changes Brendan Rodgers must make for the remaining six
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STAR: Jurgen Klopp favourite to replace Brendan Rodgers at Liverpool
JURGEN KLOPP has emerged as the bookies’ favourite to replace Brendan Rodgers as Liverpool boss.
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Attention turns to Brendan Rodgers’ signings as debate over Liverpool’s failings begins
The aftermath of any Liverpool defeat is always followed by questions, often pointing to a long-term rot, hierarchical problems or root cause for said loss.
Is Rodgers still right for Liverpool (BBC)
Former Liverpool players an exmanager pundits and fans discuss boss Brendan Rodgers future after another trophyless season.
10 Things Brendan Rodgers Must Do in Last 6 Games of 2014/15
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Gerrard tipped to bounce back (Clubcall)
Liverpool defender Kolo Toure claims Steven Gerrard will get over the disappointment of missing out on an FA Cup final farewell
Steven Gerrard was sad he couldnt end his Liverpool career with a trophy but were more upset for the fans says Kolo Toure (Daily Mail)
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Arsenal vs Chelsea Why victory against the Blues will mean more to the Gunners than winning the FA Cup final (Independent)
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Jamie Carragher takes to Twitter to criticise certain Liverpool players following FA Cup loss
This seems like a dig at Sterling and Henderson…
As we all know by now, Liverpool were humbled yesterday by Aston Villa in the FA Cup, and we deserved to lose.
No players were at their best against a side threatened by Premier League relegation – and after falling behind 2-1 – we rarely created the necessary decisive chances.
Like many Liverpool fans, former centre-back Jamie Carragher took to Twitter in somewhat of a rage following the hapless performance – and appeared to single out the players involved in contract sagas for special criticism, as well as slamming our recruitment policy…
Big games need big players to do big things. Not many of them at Lfc which make wages demands of some ridiculous & the recruitment worse.
— Jamie Carragher (@Carra23) April 19, 2015
Raheem Sterling has turned down a £100k-per-week contract offer from Liverpool this season (via BBC Sport), and has refused to enter discussions until the summer, while captain Jordan Henderson is demanding £100k-per-week himself (via Daily Mail).
No Liverpool players looked worthy of a six-figure contract versus Villa, although we would ideally like both Sterling and Henderson to sign new deals, as Coutinho and Ibe have already done this campaign.
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Southampton sell £65m defensive trio but still have best goals-against record in the Premier League
Southampton sold £65m’s worth of defenders in last summer’s transfer window in what must be one of the best pieces of business in living memory!
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As pointed out by football writer Daniel Storey on Twitter, the Saints made huge amounts from the sales of Dejan Lovren to Liverpool, Luke Shaw to Manchester United and Calum Chambers to Arsenal, but have conceded 20 fewer goals than they did at this stage last season.
Southampton sold three defenders for £65m last summer. Have conceded 20 fewer goals than at this stage last season. Mightily impressive.
— Daniel Storey (@danielstorey85) April 20, 2015
In addition to that, Ronald Koeman’s side have the best goals-against record in the Premier League this season, better than the clubs they sold those players to, with Reds ace Lovren looking the worst buy of the lot as Brendan Rodgers’ side let in 12 more than the Croatian’s old team.
Southampton even have a better defence than league leaders and champions-elect Chelsea, conceding two fewer so far as they close in on a hugely impressive season with some smart signings of their own in Toby Alderweireld and Ryan Bertrand, while others like Jose Fonte and Nathaniel Clyne have improved hugely under their new manager.
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Southampton may well lose more big names this summer, but they have shown their stars that they might not necessarily be better off elsewhere after a change in fortunes for Lovren, Shaw and Chambers.
Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard faces painful prospect of leading guard of honour at Stamford Bridge
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard’s failure to qualify for the FA Cup final on his birthday could be further compounded by the painful reality that he could be leading his team in a guard of honour for champions-elect Chelsea at Stamford Bridge next month, the Daily Mail reports.
The Reds take on Chelsea on May 10th which could be the first fixture following the Blues clinching the Premier League title which would mean a guard of honour for the champions.
Gerrard doesn’t possess many happy memories in fixtures against Chelsea, not least his now infamous slip which effectively ended Liverpool’s title hopes last season, and applauding Jose Mourinho’s side onto the pitch would be slightly awkward.
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Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard blames nerves for FA Cup semi-final exit at the hands of Aston Villa
Mourinho’s move for Gerrard in 2005 is well documented and many have wondered how his career would have fared had the move transpired and it seems ironic that he could end his Liverpool career congratulating Chelsea on another Premier League title.
Despite his Reds career tailing off, those with a slightly longer memory than four weeks will remember one of the greatest midfielders European football has ever seen.
PSG, Arsenal and other major clubs interested as competition increases for Cech
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech will have no shortage of options at the end of the season when he comes to deciding his future.
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The experienced stopper has enjoyed 11 fine years at Chelsea, winning the Champions League as well as three Premier League crowns, four FA Cups and the Europa League. However, the return from loan of Thibault Courtois this season has relegated Cech to the bench.
While the former Stade Rennais man has served the Pensioners nobly from the bench this season, he will be keen to move for first team football next season.
It is no secret that Arsenal are interested in the keeper, while Le 10 Sport have also named Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, AS Roma and Inter Milan as the other clubs interested in his signature.
It is believed that a fee of € 14 million would be enough to tempt Chelsea to part ways with the world-class keeper.
MAIL – Steven Gerrard was ‘sad’ he couldn’t end his Liverpool career with a trophy but we’re more upset for the fans, says Kolo Toure
Liverpool defender Kolo Toure insists a ‘sad’ Steven Gerrard will deal with the reality of being denied a fairytale FA Cup final farewell.
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Messi being sacrificed at Barca (Sky Sports)
In his weekly column Sky Sports8217 Spanish football expert Guillem Balague dissects the weekend8217s action from La Liga
Brendan Rodgers Why Liverpool should not sack their manager in favour of Jurgen Klopp (Independent)
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Highlights Aston Villa 21 Liverpool (ESPN)
Fabian Delph and Aston Villa came from behind to book their place in the FA Cup final with a 21 win over Liverpool.
Luis Suarez dispelled Barcelona doubts Luis Enrique (ESPN)
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Highlights Aston Villa 21 Liverpool (ESPN)
Fabian Delph and Aston Villa came from behind to book their place in the FA Cup final with a 21 win over Liverpool.
United forward on Reds radar (Clubcall)
Liverpool are said to have spoken to Radamel Falcaos agent amid talk they could make Monaco an offer for the strikers services.
Whats gone wrong at Liverpool (LFC News)
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Tactical Analysis Liverpool undone in midfield as Rodgers gets it wrong at Wembley (LFC News)
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Toure Gerrard will move on from FA Cup setback (RTE)
Liverpool defender Kolo Toure insists a sad Steven Gerrard will deal with the reality of being denied a fairytale FA Cup final farewell.
Watch Liverpool FC at Wembley behindthescenes footage from the tunnel pitchside and of the Reds fans (Kop Source)
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Toure and Rodgers on FA Cup semifinal defeat (This is Anfield)
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Former Liverpool star tips Brendan Rodgers to stick around for the long haul
Former Liverpool player Danny Murphy believes that current manager Brendan Rodgers will stay at the club for the long haul, reports the Daily Mirror.
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Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard blames nerves for FA Cup semi-final exit at the hands of Aston Villa
The Northern Irishman has come under pressure recently after his side lost to Aston Villa in their FA Cup semi final encounter. This has ended their chances of any silverware this season. The Reds also look unlikely to qualify for next year’s Champions League, as they are currently seven points off the Premier League top four, albeit with a game in hand.
However, Murphy doesn’t think that this is completely the 42-year-old’s fault. The Merseyside club have had to deal with the departure of star player Luis Suarez this season, as well as an unsettled Raheem Sterling. Captain Steven Gerrard is also leaving Anfield in the summer, meaning a new problem is on the horizon.
The 38-year-old said: “Brendan [Rodgers] is there for the long haul. He’s moved the club forward. Some of the problems this year were out of his hands.He couldn’t have predicted what Luis Suarez was going to do in the World Cup, meaning he had to revamp his squad. Daniel Sturridge has had some horrendous injuries this year.”
He did add though: “What you could question is some of the recruitment at Liverpool. Have the signings worked? £19m on Lazar Markovic, yes he’s talented but has he’s not produced yet. Rickie Lambert hasn’t played enough, Fabio Borini was £10m.
“Mario Balotelli was £16m, he’s not worked. Dejan Lovren, who cost £20m, has hardly played. Is £18m Mamadou Sakho the answer? That’s where I would put the question mark.”
Whats gone wrong at Liverpool (BBC)
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METRO – Puskas Award contender? Lee Beattie hits stunning scissor-kick consolation goal for Prestatyn Town in loss to Bangor City
As far as meaningless efforts go, this one is pretty special.
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Toure and Rodgers on FA Cup semi-final defeat
Liverpool defender Kolo Toure insists a “sad” Steven Gerrard will deal with the reality of being denied a fairytale FA Cup final
Liverpool complete signing of Caoimhin Kelleher
Reds have finalised a deal for talented young Irish stopper…
Tiny Irish club Ringmahon Rangers have confirmed via their Twitter page that 16-year-old keeper Caoimhin Kelleher has signed a contract with Liverpool…
The teenager starts for the Irish Under-17 national side, and has signed a four year deal with us.
Congratulations to Caoimhin Kelleher who officially signed for @LFC last night well done to Caoimhin & his family http://ift.tt/1ONWeSG
— Ringmahon Rangers (@RingmahonRanger) April 16, 2015
Kelleher has been impressive in youth football for Ringmahon Rangers, and has earned a professional deal with Liverpool as a result, although he won’t be competing with Simon Mignolet for a first-team spot any time soon…
Instead, Kelleher will battle with Lawrence Vigouroux, Ryan Fulton and Danny Ward – among others – for game time in the youth sides.
Kelleher will be hoping he joins a long list of successful Irish footballers – including Steve Heighway, Steve Finnan, Mark Lawrenson, John Aldridge and Steve Finnan – to name but a few.
Fans will of course hope for more high profile signings during the summer, and with Brad Jones proving a below-par deputy for Simon Mignolet, the Reds could well sign a more senior reserve goalkeeper to compete with the Belgian for the no.1 spot.
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Manchester City plan offers for England trio, including Liverpool contract rebel Sterling
Manchester City are preparing an audacious trio of deals for England internationals Raheem Sterling, Ross Barkley and Jay Rodriguez in order to meet the homegrown quota.
Reports suggest that the Citizens’ primary focus in the summer is on adding English talent to their ranks with a plethora of overseas talent at the club.
The imminent departure of Frank Lampard to the MLS, combined with James Milner’s uncertain future at the Etihad Stadium, is causing understandable concern with the club hierarchy over the lack of homegrown players in the Manchester City squad.
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Raheem Sterling could buy out Liverpool contract to force £25m Chelsea move
As such, according to the Daily Mail, the reigning Premier League champions have earmarked Liverpool winger Raheem Sterling, Everton midfielder Ross Barkley and Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez as the England internationals that they would like to add to the first-team.
In particular, City chiefs are reportedly excited at the prospect of the Merseyside pair injecting some much needed youth into the ageing Sky Blues midfield.
Both Sterling and Barkley, however, are expected to command huge transfer fees. Particularly the Reds forward, who could cost around a staggering £50m; though with just a year left on his current contract, Liverpool could be forced into accepting an offer of half the figure desired.
Saints’ Rodriguez, on the other hand, could be a risky signing – given he has spent over a year on the sidelines due to injury, and is yet to make his comeback.
TI – Arsenal vs Chelsea: Why victory against the Blues will mean more to the Gunners than winning the FA Cup final
It took extra-time and the howler of all howlers from Reading goalkeeper Adam Federici to see Arsenal through to another FA Cup final, but somehow they managed it. They also received a welcome boost on Sunday when Aston Villa knocked Liverpool out of the competition to set a 30 May showdown with the Gunners.
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Toure and Rodgers on FA Cup semi-final defeat
Liverpool defender Kolo Toure insists a “sad” Steven Gerrard will deal with the reality of being denied a fairytale FA Cup final
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Tactical Analysis: Liverpool undone in midfield as Rodgers gets it wrong at Wembley
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Fabian Delph the hero as Aston Villa beat Liverpool in FA Cup semifinal (ESPN)
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“Rodgers out, Klopp in”: Twitter reacts to Liverpool’s FA Cup semi-final loss to Aston Villa
Liverpool’s surprise 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley provoked strong reaction from fans on social media site Twitter.
Playmaker Philippe Coutinho opened the scoring for the Reds after half-an-hour, but efforts from Villa’s Christian Benteke and Fabian Delph ended the Merseysiders’ dream of reaching the final.
It also left Liverpool head coach Brendan Rodgers still without a piece of silverware to his name in his managerial career, and some supporters called for his removal after the defeat, with one suggesting outgoing Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp should take his place.
Here is how Twitter reacted to the result:
#RodgersOUT #KloppIN I wonder?
3 years and still no trophy for Brendan, that hasn't happened to a Liverpool manager in over half a century"
— Mc Chidi© (@McChidi1) April 19, 2015
"Liverpool's a small club." I'm starting to think we are.
— •Syhrn• (@iSyahiran_) April 19, 2015
What exactly is Liverpool good for?
— Pompom (@No1chick) April 19, 2015
Liverpool is back!! Back to where they belong.
— Aditya Krisna C (@adityaKC) April 19, 2015
Iv been disappointed so many times by Liverpool im utterly numb to it. #bringbackrafa #LFC
— Martin Jones (@martinkjones) April 19, 2015
Heartbreaking elimination from the FA Cup for Liverpool.
— Linda Pizzuti Henry (@Linda_Pizzuti) April 19, 2015
Love Gerrard and all he has done for Liverpool but I don't want to see him play another competitive minute for Pool again.
— Phillip Bupp (@phillipbupp) April 19, 2015
Twitter slates Steven Gerrard after Liverpool failure in FA Cup semi-final
Liverpool lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi final on Sunday, ruining Steven Gerrard’s chances of playing in the final on his birthday.
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To make it worse the Reds skipper had several chances in the last ten minutes to draw things level and perhaps take the encounter to extra time. He only managed a tame effort from a free kick on the edge of the area and had a header cleared off the line by the Villans.
The former England international also looked off the pace in the Merseyside club’s midfield, slowing down moves with ‘Hollywood’ passes and looking very susceptible to the counter attack. This was especially evident as Brendan Rodgers’ side has been looking strong in the middle of the park in recent matches.
Now the 34-year-old has only six games left in his Anfield career, and will be hoping to help his side at least challenge for the Champions League qualification places. However, with the team seven points away from fourth placed Manchester City this may be a tall order.
Twitter users did not hold back…
League titles: Tim Sherwood 1 Steven Gerrard 0 http://ift.tt/1bbV44O
— Fredrik (@FREDRlK) April 19, 2015
Pundits ignoring Gerrard’s embarrassing performance because he’s their mate.
— Kenny (@KKeeton_) April 19, 2015
Gerrard’s last game will now be at the Britannia stadium ???? — Anthony Baker (@AnthonyBaker27) April 19, 2015
BREAKING: Gerrard to resend birthday invitations (via @paddypower) http://t.co/t8yQtPRjWE http://ift.tt/1bbV44T — FootballFanCast.com (@FootballFanCast) April 19, 2015
Anyone know why gerrard didn’t play?
— Jake Styler (@StylerJake) April 19, 2015
@TheKopMagazine Gutted at how disappointing Gerrard has been since he said he was going
— Bond, James Bond (@YNWAontheKop) April 19, 2015
Slight amendments to Steven Gerrard’s birthday party invite…#LFC http://ift.tt/1HI0L7k — Paddy Power (@paddypower) April 19, 2015
LOOOOOOOOOOOL WELPPPPPP????????Steven Gerrard!! http://ift.tt/1yIc9hO
— Simba Alexis Sanchez (@DeRozenDontCare) April 19, 2015
“Gerrard’s legs have gone”. They were gone a year ago mate ???? http://ift.tt/1yIc91b
— Harry (@Harry_Hazard) April 19, 2015
Tom Cleverley will be playing in an FA Cup whilst Steven Gerrard is eating birthday cake watching it on TV.
— Gaz (@CantonaManc) April 19, 2015
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Liverpool player ratings vs Aston Villa: Steven Gerrard fails to inspire with limp FA Cup semi-final display
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Philippe Coutinho had given Brendan Rodgers’s men the perfect start at Wembley, when he opened the scoring after half an hour. But goals from Christian Benteke and Fabian Delph meant that it would Tim Sherwood’s side that would face Arsenal at the end of May.
Simon Mignolet 6
Made a decent save early on, but could have perhaps done better with the two goals he conceded. However, the defeat was certainly not his fault.
Emre Can 5
Not his best game for the club by any means. He looked tired early on, and never really recovered.
Martin Skrtel 5
The centre-back’s three game absence was highlighted by his rustiness today. Failed to lead the back line.
Dejan Lovren 3
It’s difficult to see him having a future at the club with his form continuing to be a worry. Should have definitely done better with the second goal, but let Delph turn him all too easily.
Liverpool fans discuss disappointing FA Cup semi-final defeat on Twitter
Liverpool fans and neutrals alike react to the clash…
It’s easy to overact in circumstances like this. One poor season summed up by one disappointing day should not ruin the legacy of club-captain Steven Gerrard, nor take away anything that Brendan Rodgers achieved last season.
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However, even the most loyal of Reds could not deny the fact that Gerrard, an iconic figure who has won us a multitude of games including an FA Cup final on his own, had a bad afternoon at Wembley against Aston Villa.
Nor would they attempt to claim that Rodgers, who masterminded our second place finish in the league last season – an incredible achievement considering our record in recent years – didn’t get it wrong with his team selection.
The instant pain in the aftermath of a defeat can lead to people saying things they might later regret, particularly in this social media age.
In the tweets below we aim to reflect the general consensus from a clearly distraught set of supporters…
I mean, fairplay to Villa and all that.. But we were absolutely shocking. No passion. No desire. Shocking. #rantover.
— Mike Freeman (@freemanm23) April 19, 2015
No desire whatsoever. Turned up to a semi thinking we were already in the final. Love Rodgers but did he forget how to use subs? #LFC
— Krishan Majithia (@krishm91) April 19, 2015
No commitment or desire from the entire team. We were lucky to reach the semis, we’ve been average.
— J. (@jaytothelo) April 19, 2015
Another day, another Merseyside manager contradiction as Brendan Rodgers says Steven Gerrard was "excellent" & #LFC wanted to win "too much"
— Richard Buxton (@RichardBuxton_) April 19, 2015
Weekly reminder:
#LFC supporters who fairly criticize the manager and direction of club love Liverpool as much as those who choose not to.
— Greg_YNWA1 (@Greg_YNWA1) April 19, 2015
#RodgersOut Brenda claims the occasion was too big for us, and every player gave their all. Who is he kidding? #LFC
— Mick Wall (@Warburydude) April 19, 2015
Anyone who tweets #RodgersOut is a clown who needs to get a grip. Look how far he's taken us, pipe down #LFC
— Rhys Andrew (@RhysAndrew23) April 19, 2015
Whether it's a committee shake up or brining in a dof. Rodgers would surely have to accept taking less responsibility on transfers now. #LFC
— Joe Gough (@joegough93) April 19, 2015
Congrats to @avfcofficial on reaching the #FACupFinal from a #LFC fan. Best team won on the day, now go & win the cup!
— Shy Robin (@ShyRobin1) April 19, 2015
No trophies,No CL football,No progress.. We fans left with bunch of excuses from the naive & clueless manager and over cautious owners. #lfc
— Sunil (@sunilaralikatti) April 19, 2015
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MAIL – Aston Villa guided into FA Cup final by composed Jack Grealish and spectacular Fabian Delph – PLAYER RATINGS
LAURIE WHITWELL AT WEMBLEY: Aston Villa shocked Liverpool to reach the FA Cup final to take on Arsenal in May. Read here to see how the players performed in the Wembley semi-final show piece.
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(Video) Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool FA Cup semi-final highlights: Delph scores winner to secure final berth
Aston Villa stunned Liverpool with a 2-1 victory in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, ending the Reds’ hopes of winning any silverware this season and destroying captain Steven Gerrard’s dream of lifting the famous trophy before he leaves the club this summer.
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The Reds took the lead on the half-hour mark through Philippe Coutinho, only to see in-form Villa targetman Christian Benteke restore parity soon afterwards and midfielder Fabian Delph net the winner early in the second period.
It continues the upturn in fortunes which has come about at the Midlands club since Tim Sherwood took over as manager in February.
In stark contrast, it is a huge blow for Liverpool counterpart Brendan Rodgers, who has still not won a major honour in his managerial career.
It was a day to forget for the Northern Irishman, who also saw rivals Manchester City beat West Ham United in the Premier League, damaging Liverpool’s chances of catching the fourth-placed Blues and earning qualification for next season’s Champions League.
Instead today belonged to Villa, who were good value for their victory thanks to a hard-working display laced with quality in the final third of the pitch, and resilience at the end when their opponents inevitably piled forward.
Coutinho skipped his way through a hesitant Villa defence to open the scoring, after Delph had gifted the ball to the Merseysiders:
But Benteke continued his fine run of form to level matters soon afterwards, producing a cool finish after excellent play from Delph:
Reds defender Alberto Moreno came up with a superb last-ditch tackle to prevent Benteke adding to his tally after the break:
Gerrard fancied his chances with a trademark free-kick 10 minutes from the end, but it was straight at goalkeeper Shay Given following a deflection:
The Liverpool captain then saw his header cleared off the line by Kieran Richardson:
Liverpool’s misery was compounded at the death when substitute Mario Balotelli was played clean through on goal, only to be wrongly flagged offside:
EXPRESS – Fabio Delph REVEALS why he can’t wait for Arsenal FA Cup Final showdown
FABIAN DELPH revealed he can’t wait to captain Aston Villa again at Wembley after knocking out Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-finals.
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Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool | FA Cup semi-final match report
The restorative powers of Tim Sherwood know no bounds. A first FA Cup final in 15 years awaits an Aston Villa side that was in fear of its Premier League status when their new manager breezed into the club two months ago.
For Brendan Rodgers, Steven Gerrard and Liverpool, however, the so-called dream farewell lies in tatters.
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Villa edge semi to end Liverpool dreams
Liverpool's dreams of FA Cup glory came crashing to a halt as they were beaten 2-1 by Aston Villa in their semi-final at Wembley on Sunday.
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Gallery: Semi-final heartbreak for Reds
Liverpool were defeated 2-1 by Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday afternoon. Here's how the match unfolded in photographs.
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EXPRESS – Aston Villa 2 – Liverpool 1: Gerrard’s FA Cup dream shattered as Benteke blitzes Reds
STEVEN GERRARD’S final season with Liverpool will end without a trophy as Aston Villa ran out 2-1 winners in the FA Cup semi-final clash at Wembley.
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GUARDIAN – Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool | FA Cup semi-final match report
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TI – Aston Villa vs Liverpool reaction: Steven Gerrard denied fairytale exit as Villa out-muscle Reds
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ECHO – Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool FC 1: Reds suffer FA Cup heartbreak at Wembley
MATCH REPORT: Liverpool FC are out of the FA Cup after a disappointing day at Wembley
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TI – Aston Villa vs Liverpool match report: Christian Benteke and Fabian Delph turn FA Cup semi-final and end Steven Gerrard dream
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Villa edge semi to end Liverpool dreams
Villa edge semi to end Liverpool dreams
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Delph steers Villa into final (Football 365)
Aston Villa produced a stunning fight back to beat Liverpool 21 at Wembley and reach their first FA Cup final for 15 years
Villa fightback stuns Liverpool (Football 365)
Goals from Christian Benteke and Fabian Delph cancelled out Philippe Coutinhos opener as Aston Villa reached the FA Cup final
Villa fightback stuns Liverpool (Sky Sports)
Aston Villa pruduced a stunning fight back to beat Liverpool 21 at Wembley and reach their first FA Cup final for 15 years
Delph steers Villa into final (Sky Sports)
Aston Villa pruduced a stunning fight back to beat Liverpool 21 at Wembley and reach their first FA Cup final for 15 years
Aluko earns Chelsea Ladies win (Sky Sports)
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Aston Villa 21 Liverpool (BBC)
Aston Villa reach a first FA Cup final since 2000 as Fabian Delphs secondhalf winner condemns Liverpool to a trophyless season.
MAIL – Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool: Christian Benteke and Fabian Delph end Steven Gerrard’s chance of FA Cup final swansong
MARTIN SAMUEL AT WEMBLEY: Steven Gerrard has been denied the chance of ending his affiliation with his beloved Reds at Wembley as Aston Villa came from behind to progress to the final.
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TALKSPORT – Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool: Delph stars as Villans end Steven Gerrard’s FA Cup dream
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BBC – Aston Villa 2-1 Liverpool
Aston Villa reach a first FA Cup final since 2000 as Fabian Delph’s second-half winner condemns Liverpool to a trophyless season.
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SKY – Aluko earns Chelsea Ladies’ win
Eni Aluko’s second-half strike maintained Chelsea’s perfect start to the FA WSL 1 as they beat champions Liverpool 1-0 at Wheatsheaf Park.
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Liverpool 1-2 Aston Villa: Reds Crash Out Of FA Cup
Liverpool lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday, following a bitterly disappointing performance. Liverpool 1-2
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Liverpool lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday, following a bitterly disappointing performance. Liverpool 1-2
(Video) Goal Philippe Coutinho justifies PFA selection with opening goal (LFC News)
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Cuptied Liverpool star Jordon Ibe posts message of support on Instagram (LFC News)
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Villa turn the game on its head (ESPN)
img stylefloat left marginright 10px srchttpa.espncdn.comcombineriimgphoto20150419fclfcavfc3dj1296x864.jpgandampw100andamph80andampscalecropandampsiteespnfc Aston Villa have the lead in the FA Cup semi against Liverpool with Fabian Delph slotting past Simon Mignolet. Liverpool were in front for just six firsthalf minutes after Philippe Coutinho scored only for Christian Benteke to level. Boot Room
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Coutinho fires Liverpool in front (ESPN)
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EXPRESS – Radamel Falcao agent in talks with Liverpool as Manchester United pass on permanent deal
RADAMEL FALCAO’S agent is reportedly in talks with Liverpool ahead of a potential summer switch from Monaco.
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TI – Philippe Coutinho ‘goal': FA Cup semi-final strike was going ‘miles wide’ – leading to fury over first goal scorer betting
Gamblers have been left furious after Phillipe Coutinho was credited with scoring the opening goal in the FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Aston Villa.
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TI – When is the 2015 FA Cup final? Steven Gerrard will be celebrating his birthday whether Liverpool make it or not
The FA Cup final this season will take place on 30 May this year, the same day as departing Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard’s 35th birthday. Will it be the perfect finale to Gerrard’s 18-year career at Liverpool?
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Aston Villa 01 Liverpool FA Cup LIVE Philippe Coutinho gives Brendan Rodgers side the lead (Daily Mail)
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ECHO – Sherwood: I almost signed Liverpool FC starlet Raheem Sterling six years ago
Villa boss tried and failed to sign Reds star for Spurs in 2009
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No. 1 Liverpool blog on five positions Reds need to strengthen in the summer transfer window
Leading Liverpool blog Empire of the Kop has named the five positions the Reds should strengthen in the summer transfer window, with a variety of new players clearly needed at Anfield.
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It has been a transitional season for Brendan Rodgers’ side, who look set to miss out on a place in the Premier League’s top four, and it certainly looks like new additions could be needed in five key areas to fire the club back into the Champions League.
First, EOTK feel Liverpool need a new goalkeeper. Even with Simon Mignolet improving in the second half of the season, it is understandable that he is just short of being top quality for a club of this size.
Right-back is also a priority due to Glen Johnson’s likely departure as he nears the end of his contract, with the former England defender falling out of favour in recent times.
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Steven Gerrard’s departure also leaves an obvious gap in midfield, with new signings needed to play alongside the impressive Jordan Henderson, as Joe Allen still doesn’t quite look capable of being first choice.
In another possible player exit, new signings may be needed out wide to cope with Raheem Sterling’s uncertain situation, with youngsters Jordan Ibe and Lazar Markovic not yet ready to be regular starters.
Upfront, Daniel Sturridge’s injury woes this term also mean investment is clearly needed upfront, with Mario Balotelli and Rickie Lambert not doing the business this year after last summer’s exit of Luis Suarez.
3 Tactical Keys for Liverpool to Defeat FA Cup semifinal opponents Aston Villa on Sunday (LFC News)
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ECHO – Liverpool FC podcast: ECHO writers preview the FA Cup semi final trip to Wembley and that big Steven Gerrard question
James Pearce, Andy Kelly and Ian Doyle look ahead to the Sunday showdown with Tim Sherwood’s Aston Villa
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3 Tactical Keys for Liverpool to Defeat FA Cup semi-final opponents Aston Villa on Sunday
With Liverpool facing a rejuvenated Aston Villa in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final, Jamie Casey identifies three weaknesses to target. With Aston Villa
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STAR: Brendan Rodgers: Liverpool must seize the moment and reach FA Cup final
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(Video) Mario Balotelli hits perfect overhead kick in training ahead of FA Cup semifinal (LFC News)
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When Liverpool FC humbled Villa in 96 FA Cup semi final Jason McAteer and Roy Evans recall Robbie Fowlers heroics (Kop Source)
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Luis Suarez and magical Lionel Messi impress for Barcelona vs. Valencia (ESPN)
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Barcelona 20 Valencia Lionel Messis 400th Barca goal and a Luis Suarez strike seal the points (Mirror)
The Catalan club opened up a fivepoint gap at the top of La Liga prior to Real Madrids fixture with Malaga later on Saturday
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Brendan Rodgers claims Liverpool FA Cup final wouldn’t be the biggest game of his managerial career
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has claimed that leading Liverpool in an FA Cup final wouldn’t be the biggest game of his life even if they make it there this season, reports the Daily Express.
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Instead the former Swansea City man believes that when he took the Welsh team to the Championship play final will always be the most important match he has been involved in. The Northern Irishman led the Swans to the Premier League with a 4-2 win over Reading at Wembley back in 2011.
Rodgers said: “Swansea’s play-off final was the biggest game for me and always will be so it is not about pipping it – it would be exactly the same if we were to get to a Champions League final,” said Rodgers of his success with the south Wales club in 2011.”
He said: “I’d only been a manager a short time and I will always say it was my biggest game because it is a life-changing game. There are more prestigious games in football in terms of trophies but the play-off final, in terms of career and life and where it projects you to, is a big game.
“That game will always be the biggest game in my career but this game will be something different.”
If the Merseyside club beat Aston Villa on Sunday it will be the first time since 2012 that they have got to the final of a competition. They lost the FA Cup to Chelsea but won the League Cup that season.
Reds fans may want their manager to be more in awe of the situation than he currently seems, but at least it means he won’t be affected by the pressure of the occasion.
Messi nets 400th goal in win (ESPN)
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METRO – Conference side Eastleigh put on Barcelona tiki-taka show to score brilliant team goal v Lincoln City
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METRO – Philippe Coutinho rules out Liverpool exit amid Manchester City transfer links
Liverpool fans will want to hear this news.
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ESPN – Luis Suarez and magical Lionel Messi impress for Barcelona vs. Valencia
ESPN FC's Craig Burley compliments Barcelona's three points against an 'excellent' Valencia side. Goals in the opening and dying seconds gave Barcelona a 2-0 win over Valencia and meant they momentarily stretched their lead to five points over Real Madrid at the top of La Liga, ahead of their rivals' game with Malaga on Saturday night. However it was far from a vintage performance from the leaders, who were completely outplayed in the first half and looked nervy and tired after their exploits against Paris Saint-Germain in midweek. Valencia were undefeated in 10 La Liga games before this one…
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Footballs longest jinx Liverpool v Villa in the FA Cup (Kop Source)
Liverpools FA Cup hoodoo over Aston Villa must be one of the longest jinxes in football with the Midlanders not beating the Reds in the competition for over 118 years. The last time Villa defeated Liverpool in the FA Cup ...
Flanagan given allclear for Liverpool FC comeback after fears about further surgery (Kop Source)
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Suarez nets and Messi reaches milestone as Barca beat Valencia (ESPN)
img stylefloat left marginright 10px srchttpa.espncdn.comcombineriimgphoto20150418fcmessicelebjc1296x864.jpgandampw100andamph80andampscalecropandampsiteespnfc BARCELONA Three quick observations from Barcelonaandaposs 20 win over Valencia in Saturdayandaposs La Liga clash at the Camp Nou.BarcelonaValencia20FTGame DetailsGameCastLineups and Stats1. Messiandaposs 400 milestoneLionel Messi was outstanding at the Camp Nou where he reached 400 goals for Barcelona.His first intervention was not a huge surprise. With less than a minute on the clock Sergio Busquetsandapos precise ball forward sent Messi running clear between the lines. His pass was perfectly timed for Luis Suarez who had the simple enough job of poking the ball past...
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ESPN – Suarez nets and Messi reaches milestone as Barca beat Valencia
BARCELONA — Three quick observations from Barcelona's 2-0 win over Valencia in Saturday's La Liga clash at the Camp Nou. Barcelona Valencia 2 0 FT Game Details GameCast Lineups and Stats 1. Messi's 400 milestone Lionel Messi was outstanding at the Camp Nou, where he reached 400 goals for Barcelona. His first intervention was not a huge surprise. With less than a minute on the clock, Sergio Busquets' precise ball forward sent Messi running clear between the lines. His pass was perfectly timed for Luis Suarez, who had the simple enough job of poking the ball past…
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