#steven-gerrard

#steven-gerrard

Speaking to Ferdinand on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Gerrard says a lack of personal connection between players was ultimately the group's downfall, and how those relationships are now very different now. "I believe we had the football IQ and intelligence to adapt and make it work together," said Gerrard. "But there was a bigger problem with England in my opinion. I think we were all egotistical losers. "I watch the telly now and I see [Jamie] Carragher sitting next to Paul Scholes on this fan debate and they look like they've been best mates for 20 years.

Few footballer players have ever struck a ball quite like former Liverpool duo Steven Gerrard and John Arne Riise Gerrard with his thunderous right foot, Riise with his cannon of a left. Both are remembered for iconic goals: Gerrard's stoppage-time rocket in the 2006 FA Cup final, and Riise's unstoppable free-kick against Manchester United in 2001. But after years of debate over who really had the hardest shot, the two Reds legends finally put it to the test and Riise came out on top.

Michael Owen was an incredible teenager. He holds the record for the most Premier League goals scored by a teenager, netting 40 in 79 matches.

Leicester City are in advanced talks to appoint Russell Martin as their new manager after sacking Ruud van Nistelrooy, indicating a strategic shift following their relegation.

Celtic are already confirmed as Scottish champions for the 55th time, Rangers can't finish anywhere but second. This Old Firm Derby means a little bit more.