Steven Gerrard - Player of the Week
Steven Gerrard - Player of the Week
Gerrard at the double!
Steven Gerrard scored twice at Wimbledon in the FA Cup to give Liverpool a 2-1 victory and send the Reds into round 4, where they will play Bolton Wanderers. Liverpool were put under a lot of pressure from Wimbledon, who play in League 2 (level 4 of English professional football) but Gerrard came to Liverpool's rescue. The captain put the Reds into an early lead with a brave header but Wimbledon equalised before half-time and there was the possibility of a giant-killing! In the second half, Wimbledon had chances but in the 62nd minute Gerrard scored a fantastic free-kick to win the game for Liverpool. It was Gerrard's second double in only five days, he also scored twice on New Year's Day, against Leicester City in the Premier League.
"Steven was outstanding. He gave a brilliant individual performance." Brendan Rogers, Liverpool manager.
Is Gerrard leaving Liverpool?
Steven Gerrard has recently announced that this will be his last season with Liverpool. His contract expires in May and it is believed that he will sign for a club in the USA. One of the main reasons he has decided to move abroad is that he doesn't want to play against Liverpool! Gerrard has only ever played for The Reds, and has made nearly 700 appearances for the club and scored nearly 200 goals in a 17-year Premier League career.
"This has been the toughest decision of my life." Steven Gerrard.
What else do we know about Steven Gerrard?
Steven George Gerrard was born in Whiston, a village just outside Liverpool, in 1980. Gerrard joined his boyhood club when he was only 9 years old and has been at Anfield ever since. He made his debut in 1998, in the Premier League against Blackburn Rovers, and scored his first Premier League goal, in 1999, against Sheffield Wednesday. In 2000/01, Gerrard won his first trophies, as Liverpool won the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Cup. In 2003, Gerrard became Liverpool captain and he has been captain ever since. Possibly Gerrard's greatest moment was in 2005, when he helped Liverpool win the Champions League against AC Milan. Liverpool were losing 0-3 but came back to win the match on penalties in a match that Liverpool fans call 'The Miracle of Istanbul'.
"Steven can do anything, he is an amazing player. It's going to be very difficult for the team to find another player like him." Mario Balotelli.
What individual awards has Gerrard won?
Gerrard has won 10 trophies with Liverpool but he has also won many awards as an individual. In 2005, Gerrard was named UEFA Club Player of the Year and he has also been named in UEFA's team of the season three times. He has been named in the PFA's (Professional Footballers Association) team of the year 8 times, more than any Premier League player and has been named Premier League player of the Month a record 6 times. Gerrard also won 114 caps for England, appeared in 3 World Cups and scored 21 goals. Only two players - Peter Shilton (129) and David Beckham (115) played for England more times.
"Probably the best player this country has ever seen - not only as a player but as a leader and captain." Jordan Henderson, Liverpool teammate.
What has Gerrard won off the pitch?
Steven Gerrard in his role as Liverpool and England captain has had a big impact off the pitch too. In 2011, he started his own charity called the Steven Gerrard Foundation, which aims to help disadvantaged children in Liverpool and abroad and he recently donated half a million pounds to a children's hospital in Liverpool. In 2007, Gerrard was given an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II for services to sport and he has also been awarded an honorary degree by Liverpool University for his services to sport.
What did you understand?
Gerrard at the double!
Steven Gerrard scored twice at Wimbledon in the FA Cup to give Liverpool a 2-1 victory and send the Reds into round 4, where they will play Bolton Wanderers. Liverpool were put under a lot of pressure from Wimbledon, who play in League 2 (level 4 of English professional football) but Gerrard came to Liverpool's rescue. The captain put the Reds into an early lead with a brave header but Wimbledon equalised before half-time and there was the possibility of a giant-killing! In the second half, Wimbledon had chances but in the 62nd minute Gerrard scored a fantastic free-kick to win the game for Liverpool. It was Gerrard's second double in only five days, he also scored twice on New Year's Day, against Leicester City in the Premier League.
"Steven was outstanding. He gave a brilliant individual performance." Brendan Rogers, Liverpool manager.
Is Gerrard leaving Liverpool?
Steven Gerrard has recently announced that this will be his last season with Liverpool. His contract expires in May and it is believed that he will sign for a club in the USA. One of the main reasons he has decided to move abroad is that he doesn't want to play against Liverpool! Gerrard has only ever played for The Reds, and has made nearly 700 appearances for the club and scored nearly 200 goals in a 17-year Premier League career.
"This has been the toughest decision of my life." Steven Gerrard.
What else do we know about Steven Gerrard?
Steven George Gerrard was born in Whiston, a village just outside Liverpool, in 1980. Gerrard joined his boyhood club when he was only 9 years old and has been at Anfield ever since. He made his debut in 1998, in the Premier League against Blackburn Rovers, and scored his first Premier League goal, in 1999, against Sheffield Wednesday. In 2000/01, Gerrard won his first trophies, as Liverpool won the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Cup. In 2003, Gerrard became Liverpool captain and he has been captain ever since. Possibly Gerrard's greatest moment was in 2005, when he helped Liverpool win the Champions League against AC Milan. Liverpool were losing 0-3 but came back to win the match on penalties in a match that Liverpool fans call 'The Miracle of Istanbul'.
"Steven can do anything, he is an amazing player. It's going to be very difficult for the team to find another player like him." Mario Balotelli.
What individual awards has Gerrard won?
Gerrard has won 10 trophies with Liverpool but he has also won many awards as an individual. In 2005, Gerrard was named UEFA Club Player of the Year and he has also been named in UEFA's team of the season three times. He has been named in the PFA's (Professional Footballers Association) team of the year 8 times, more than any Premier League player and has been named Premier League player of the Month a record 6 times. Gerrard also won 114 caps for England, appeared in 3 World Cups and scored 21 goals. Only two players - Peter Shilton (129) and David Beckham (115) played for England more times.
"Probably the best player this country has ever seen - not only as a player but as a leader and captain." Jordan Henderson, Liverpool teammate.
What has Gerrard won off the pitch?
Steven Gerrard in his role as Liverpool and England captain has had a big impact off the pitch too. In 2011, he started his own charity called the Steven Gerrard Foundation, which aims to help disadvantaged children in Liverpool and abroad and he recently donated half a million pounds to a children's hospital in Liverpool. In 2007, Gerrard was given an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II for services to sport and he has also been awarded an honorary degree by Liverpool University for his services to sport.
Did you know......?
- Only Frank Lampard has scored more goals from midfield in Premier League history than Steven Gerrard.
- Zinidine Zidane once named Gerrard as the best player in the world.
- Gerrard has created more chances for teammates than any other Premier League player.
- No away player has scored more goals at Old Trafford than Gerrard (5) in the Premier League.
- Gerrard has scored the most goals in Merseyside Derbies (9) in Premier League history.
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What do you think?
Steven Gerrard is one of the Premier League's all-time greats.
Is it the right time for him to leave Liverpool?
Is he Liverpool's best ever player?
What has been your favourite Steven Gerrard moment?
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29/11/2022
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He has big impact off parliament, like charity campaigns.
Note
When 'The Miracle of Istanbul' happened I was living in this city and watched this match on TV:-)
29/11/2022 15:10
Tottenham Hotspur
5560
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He has big impact off parliament, like charity campaigns.
Note
When 'The Miracle of Istanbul' happened I was living in this city and watched this match on TV:-)
14/06/2021
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I think Gerrard was the best player that ever played at the Premier League and Liverpool consequently. If he asked me, I would advise him to never leave Liverpool.
14/06/2021 22:09
Arsenal
1512
I think Gerrard was the best player that ever played at the Premier League and Liverpool consequently. If he asked me, I would advise him to never leave Liverpool.
25/09/2020
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A Live Legend! An example of perseverance and stamina imho.
25/09/2020 16:55
Liverpool
6578
A Live Legend! An example of perseverance and stamina imho.
22/06/2020
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My favourite Steven Gerrard's moment when he captained his country and their amazing match against Germany 5-1 in 2001 as he played a stunning game and scored an exceptional cracker.
22/06/2020 00:27
Manchester United
6539
My favourite Steven Gerrard's moment when he captained his country and their amazing match against Germany 5-1 in 2001 as he played a stunning game and scored an exceptional cracker.
22/06/2020
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It was the right time for him to leave the club to be remembered for his amazing achievements and indeed he is the best ever Liverpool player in my opinion.
22/06/2020 00:24
Manchester United
6539
It was the right time for him to leave the club to be remembered for his amazing achievements and indeed he is the best ever Liverpool player in my opinion.
25/08/2017
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For me No doubt that he went the best player from Liverpool and England too
I always liked of your football
25/08/2017 19:26
Liverpool
16
For me No doubt that he went the best player from Liverpool and England too
I always liked of your football
12/03/2017
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correct me
Gerrard is the spirit of liverpool, he is a far example of loyalty, a refrence of being a team leader, and a reaseon for many people to support liverpool.
he will never be sorry for not holding the premier league title, but in fact the premier league trophy should feel sorry for missing the honor of a legend lifting it
12/03/2017 18:12
Liverpool
2903
correct me
Gerrard is the spirit of liverpool, he is a far example of loyalty, a refrence of being a team leader, and a reaseon for many people to support liverpool.
he will never be sorry for not holding the premier league title, but in fact the premier league trophy should feel sorry for missing the honor of a legend lifting it
12/03/2017
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Hi Ahmed Adam
Thanks for your message. I agree with everything you say about Gerrard, he is a Liverpool and a Premier League legend. I've made a few corrections to your message below:
Gerrard is the spirit of Liverpool, he is a
fargreat example of loyalty, a reference as a team leader, and a reason for many people to support Liverpool.He
willshould never be sorry for not holding the Premier League title, but in fact the Premier Leaguetrophyshould feel sorry for missing the honor of a legend lifting it.Hope that helps!
Rich - The Premier Skills English Team
12/03/2017 18:57
Liverpool
594
Hi Ahmed Adam
Thanks for your message. I agree with everything you say about Gerrard, he is a Liverpool and a Premier League legend. I've made a few corrections to your message below:
Gerrard is the spirit of Liverpool, he is a
fargreat example of loyalty, a reference as a team leader, and a reason for many people to support Liverpool.He
willshould never be sorry for not holding the Premier League title, but in fact the Premier Leaguetrophyshould feel sorry for missing the honor of a legend lifting it.Hope that helps!
Rich - The Premier Skills English Team
28/01/2017
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Steven Gerrard is great football player and brave captain.
28/01/2017 08:46
Manchester City
205
Steven Gerrard is great football player and brave captain.
22/08/2016
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One of the best players in the world history!!!
22/08/2016 09:33
Arsenal
2337
One of the best players in the world history!!!
18/03/2016
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Of course,it has been the cup final of the Champions Leagues in 2005.
18/03/2016 15:07
Leicester City
1761
Of course,it has been the cup final of the Champions Leagues in 2005.
18/03/2016
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Yes,he is Liverpool's best ever player and one of the best player of the Premier League.
18/03/2016 15:06
Leicester City
1761
Yes,he is Liverpool's best ever player and one of the best player of the Premier League.
18/03/2016
points
Yes,absolutely.
18/03/2016 15:05
Leicester City
1761
Yes,absolutely.
25/01/2016
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He is one of the best players in Liverpool history.
25/01/2016 15:46
Liverpool
3705
He is one of the best players in Liverpool history.
02/12/2015
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Gerrard's heart will always be with Liverpool. One day he will be leading Reds as a manager. That's my prediction.
02/12/2015 19:01
Arsenal
3557
Gerrard's heart will always be with Liverpool. One day he will be leading Reds as a manager. That's my prediction.
17/11/2015
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He did the right thing! And he will be remembered at Anfield forever.
17/11/2015 14:47
Arsenal
2453
He did the right thing! And he will be remembered at Anfield forever.
02/11/2015
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It was the right time. He is the most valuable player of Reds.
02/11/2015 21:26
Arsenal
3557
It was the right time. He is the most valuable player of Reds.
25/10/2015
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Ex.: an hospital. - an honest. - an hour.
25/10/2015 01:04
Chelsea
1339
Grammar: Use the article a, before of consoant or h with r soun. / Use an, before vowel or consoant vowel./
Ex.: an hospital. - an honest. - an hour.
25/10/2015
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Marvelous, you are Of +!!!!
25/10/2015 00:39
Chelsea
1339
Marvelous, you are Of +!!!!
29/09/2015
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Really legend and faithful player that football will never ever see like him again .
He is wright to leave the Reds especially he's been old.
29/09/2015 13:10
Chelsea
1814
Really legend and faithful player that football will never ever see like him again .
He is wright to leave the Reds especially he's been old.
03/03/2015
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Steven Gerrard is the player that made me a fan of Liverpool, is the best midfield player ever. In my team the number eight it will always be .
03/03/2015 00:32
Liverpool
0
Steven Gerrard is the player that made me a fan of Liverpool, is the best midfield player ever. In my team the number eight it will always be .
25/10/2015
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25/10/2015 00:42
Chelsea
1339
Hello, my friend lt's to improve the english language!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm eighth place.