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The beloved captain of Liverpool FC, he could be described as a personification of the club. A scouse Liverpool supporter himself, Steven sadly lost his cousin in the 1989 Hillsborough tragedy. When he graces the field, fans know that his commitment is relentless and that the blood flowing through his veins is as red as theirs through and through.

Currently Liverpool’s top European goal scorer with 38, Gerrard will play anywhere bringing something special to the role. As the chant says ‘he’ll pass the ball 40 yards’ forcing play creatively forward at any opportunity. He can perform inch perfect tackles, take impressive set pieces, score penalties every time and above all else he can score 30 yard wonder goals when it really matters. With the likes of Xavi, Iniesta, Messi and Ronaldo dominating the world football headlines Steven is very much overlooked and wrongly so. He is an unbelievable player and playmaker, and always the standout performer. If anyone deserves greater praise and above all a league title winners medal it is Steven.

A regular international starter, his performances in an England shirt have often mirrored those in a red shirt; while those around him tire and lack enthusiasm he gets more and more determined. Steven Gerrard...may you long grace the fields of Anfield Road!

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