tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5061207609776406342.post7818512265399517622..comments2023-10-22T06:16:38.241-05:00Comments on MATCH PRICKS: The tactic that dare not speak its nameJimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15452206219434460235noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5061207609776406342.post-15314697222007549292010-04-08T14:09:36.302-05:002010-04-08T14:09:36.302-05:00Really appreciate the expansive comment about Gerr...Really appreciate the expansive comment about Gerrard. I agree that as fans, we have Gerrard to thank for many outstanding memories and moments. But it's like even he said publicly the other day, he's not having a good season. <br /><br />I don't think they should sell him, but he is 30 years old. It's not unreasonable to say that sparking the Istanbul comeback and his brilliant FA Cup final a year later could well prove to be his career highlights. For those remarkable victories, I am grateful. Champions League and FA Cup winner's medals are his rewards for that. Both sides win.<br /><br />But both sides want more. I don't know what's the matter with Gerrard this season, but it's a disappointing slide for a 30-year-old footballer. He's not going to become a better player next year or the year after. And what happens when he's gone – however it comes to be? Does Liverpool just vanish because he's not playing anymore?<br /><br />The man is an icon, but he shouldn't be allowed to coast now on legendary moments from 4 and 5 years ago.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15452206219434460235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5061207609776406342.post-31053450933558029592010-04-08T00:01:02.717-05:002010-04-08T00:01:02.717-05:00Hey Jim, Mark from the Highbury. I was reading thr...Hey Jim, Mark from the Highbury. I was reading through the posts by yourself and Colin. I found your opinions on Gerrard particularly interesting. I agree that he is having a rather poor season but form is temporary and class is permenant. I can honestly say Steven Gerrard would be my first pick if i could have any central midfielder in the world. Have you forgetten how many times Steven Gerrard has saved Liverpool's blushes and won games single handedly? The guy is a legend. I have seen AC Milan, Barcelona, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Juventus et al at Parkhead and watching Gerrard was one of the best things I have ever seen. His movement, passing and vision is out of this world.<br /><br />I agree that Xabi Alonso was pivotal to Liverpool's success and at times didn't get the credit he was due but no player was more important than Gerrard. Aquilani hasn't lived up to his billing and while Lucas is ever improving they have not filled the void left by Xabi. I think the problem at the moment is that Gerrard is not getting the service he needs in the more advanced role he now plays. Moreover, I think carrying the team year on year has taken its toll. I think it is time for change at Liverpool and hopefully Rafa will move on. But they need to hang on to Gerrard. Selling him would be a bigger mistake than selling Xabi. In my opinion Gerrard needs to return to his central midfield role and Liverpool desperately need to sign another top striker so they can play someone up top alongside Torres. Then again football is all about opinions and you may disagree with every word I say. I would be intersted to hear more on this!! Speak to you soon. Cheers MarkUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659739501137105734noreply@blogger.com