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Brendan Rodgers, the Liverpool manager, looks ahead to his team’s match against West Ham at Anfield. Rodgers says his players have returned to the Premier League with renewed drive following a disappointing last season. He also comments on Daniel Sturridge’s fitness, praises the Hammers and comments on Mario Balotelli’s loan to Milan Continue reading…

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The Red’s boss suggested that the winger is still in his plans and hinted that Daniel Sturridge may be edging closer to a return

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The Liverpool boss insists that Slaven Bilic’s men will present a stern test at Anfield despite failing to record a victory in their last 42 league visits, losing 31 times

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• Manager says England striker takes side to another level • Jordan Henderson gives credit to improving Liverpool defence • Liverpool 2-0 West Ham United The instinctive, powerful finish that sealed victory and the perfect comeback was the obvious benefit of a fit Daniel Sturridge yet there are wider implications for Liverpool. As an effusive Brendan Rodgers put it: “He provides the light for this team.” And, by extension, he consigns others to darkness. Anfield…

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The Liverpool striker scored within 12 minutes of his return from injury as his side defeated West Ham

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Also featuring: Helicopters and yachts, Brendan Rodgers, and what happens when you insult Tomás Boy 1) Russia 2018s head Alexey Sorokin floating a new tough line on racism : While there are individual outbreaks of these undesired tendencies, it cannot be regarded as a trend in our country. 2) Russias sports minister Vitaly Mutko : Why should we be singled out? A lot of dark-skinned players play in Russia. I dont really see any problems. Continue reading…

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Consecutive league defeats for the first time since December arrived thanks to Sam Allardyces clear thinking for West Ham It was at 7.34pm on Saturday, precisely eight minutes after the match had ended, that an email landed from a well-known bookmakers offering odds of 9-1 on Liverpools manager, Brendan Rodgers, being sacked before the end of the season. The emails heading was: Could Rodgers Be On His Way? and the obvious answer from anyone …

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Speaking on Saturday, West Ham manager Sam Allardyce hails his team’s 3-1 Premier League victory against Liverpool at Upton Park, saying the team played outstandingly well. The manager adds that his team deserved to win the match, putting the Hammers’ success down to a strong first half. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says his side lacked intensity and composure on the ball in the match Continue reading…

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The Reds boss identified a number of issues with his side following their loss at Upton Park, and says his players are not living up the expectations placed upon them

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Defeat at West Ham is the clubs third loss in five games Players were nowhere near the standard of last season Match report: West Ham United 3-1 Liverpool Brendan Rodgers has admitted Liverpool cannot even entertain talk of mounting a title challenge again until they recover their poise, with last seasons runners-up having endured a third damaging defeat in their first five games for only the second time since the top…

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Liverpool’s manager, Brendan Rodgers, says West Ham United will be a good test for his side when the two teams meet at Upton Park on Saturday. Rodgers says he has admired West Ham’s performance in recent fixtures. The manager also comments on how well his new players are settling in at Liverpool Continue reading…

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The midfielder is a boyhood Reds fan, having spent five years at the club as a youth player, and is hoping that he can help the Anfield outfit win the championship

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Manager believes his former player can hurt Manchester City ‘I’ve watched the Palace game three times and I’m still in shock’ The Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes his side still retain a glimmer of hope as they bid for a first title since 1990 despite appearing to blow their chances in the final straight. Continue reading…

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Brendan Rodgers admires the captain’s ‘coolness’ after Liverpool win 2-1 against West Ham United. Rodgers’ side were down 1-0 before half-time but two penalties from Gerrard ensured Liverpool took three points. Despite the win, Rodgers says his side were lacking in aggressive play. Liverpool are now first in the Premier League table with 74 points Continue reading…

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Manager says Liverpool are mentally ready for Manchester City Claims his youngsters are tough enough for title run-in Brendan Rodgers has promised that Liverpool will show no fear against Manchester City next Sunday after they found a way past a stubborn West Ham side at Upton Park to secure their ninth successive victory and move back to the top of the league. Two penalties from Steven Gerrard, either side of Guy Demel’s controversial equaliser, were…

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Liverpool manager abandons usual approach at Upton Park as players have to roll up their sleeves Sometimes the ugly wins are the most beautiful ones. Brendan Rodgers’ philosophy is always to play the right way, with style and panache, and his thrilling Liverpool side have been so wonderful to watch that it is difficult to argue with the assertion that it would be a victory for football if they end …

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Hammers fans were so outraged with their team’s performance against Hull that they booed the players off the pitch even after victory, a stark contrast to the mood on the Kop

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With six games to go Liverpool are in prime position for the title but Brendan Rodgers insists he will take no fixture for granted Brendan Rodgers has been playing down Liverpool’s title hopes all season, apart from the short time where he built them up and performances suffered, but as of last week the club’s cover has been blown. Liverpool touched the top of the table with six games to play and, though…

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Manager says Skrtel and Agger can handle West Ham forward Iago Aspas tells Liverpool he wants to leave this summer Brendan Rodgers has said he is no longer concerned by Liverpool’s ability to handle direct, physical opponents, as he prepares for Sunday’s reunion with Andy Carroll at West Ham United. The Liverpool manager has admitted in the past that his defenders have been bullied by powerful centre-forwards or lapsed at aerial challenges. The …

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Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says despite Liverpool’s 4-1 win over West Ham, the team are still developing and focusing on scoring more goals

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