Steven Gerrard’s Anfield homecoming ended in disappointment and a 1-0 defeat at the boot of Mohamed Salah as Aston Villa’s resilient display could not eke out a point against Liverpool. The former Reds captain was back at his boyhood club in a professional capacity for the first time since leaving in 2015 and while the locals were pleased to see him again, they were happier he lef...Full Story »

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has suggested that Steven Gerrard should not rush into taking the Reds job in the future after using Frank Lampard as an example of how things can go wrong. Gerrard will make an emotional return to Anfield for the first time as a coach on Saturday as his Aston Villa side take on his former club. The 41-year-old, who has made an impressive start since joining Vill...Full Story »

Manager Steven Gerrard demanded more of improving Aston Villa despite a 2-1 comeback win over Leicester.Ezri Konsa’s brace cancelled out Harvey Barnes’ opener as Villa moved up to 10th in the Premier League on Sunday.They have won three of Gerrard’s four games in charge since he replaced Dean Smith last month and the former Rangers boss expects them to continue to improve.Ϧ...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard knows Aston Villa have a lot more work to do but was delighted to watch his new team make it two wins from two since he took over following a 2-1 victory at Crystal Palace.Matt Targett fired the visitors ahead after 15 minutes in south London from Ashley Young’s corner and John McGinn wrapped up the points with a wonderful curled effort in the 86th minute.Pala...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard admitted to feeling a mixture of pride and relief after two late goals got his managerial reign at Aston Villa off to a winning start.Gerrard celebrated exuberantly when Ollie Watkins broke the deadlock after 84 minutes to put Villa in front against Brighton.And the former Liverpool midfielder was jumping around his technical area again two minutes from time when Tyrone Mings lash...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard made a winning start as Aston Villa boss with 2-0 win over Brighton at Villa Park.Gerrard left Rangers during the international break to replace Dean Smith, who was sacked following five successive Premier League defeats, and got Villa Park bouncing again with two late goals.Ollie Watkins broke the deadlock with a lovely curling effort after 84 minutes before Tyrone Mings lashed h...Full Story »

In the words of the legendary Beatles song - those Aston Villa troubles seem so far away. Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard is preparing for Saturday's clash against Brighton Credit: Getty Gerrard departed Scottish side Rangers to succeed Dean Smith at Villa Park Credit: Getty Before the international break, it was five defeats on the spin that led to Dean Smith’s dramatic sacking. Now n...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard takes charge of his first game as Aston Villa boss and does not expect Douglas Luiz to return in time.The Brazilian has been out since the end of October due to a hamstring injury, while Gerrard will also be without fellow midfielders Morgan Sanson (illness) and Trezeguet (knee).Central defender Ezri Konsa is back in contention after serving a one-game ban as Villa bid to halt a f...Full Story »

STEVEN GERRARD'S dog has been inundated with messages from shocked Rangers fans on his pet Instagram account. Cute Barney, a toy poodle, regularly features on the profile of the now ex-Ibrox gaffer’s daughter Lilly’s account as well as his own. Rangers fans flooded Steven Gerrard's dog with messages There’s even a picture of him grinning while posing next to the league troph...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard's departure from Rangers on Thursday brings to an end a three-year period where he has lived 220 miles away from his wife, Alex Curran, and their four children. Curran and the couple's four children stayed in Liverpool after Gerrard was appointed Rangers manager in the summer of 2018, meaning they were separated by an eight-hour round trip. His move to Aston Villa, though, ends ...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard is to leave Rangers after three years in charge at Ibrox. Steven Gerrard has been confirmed as the new Aston Villa manager after the Liverpool legend left his post at Rangers. The Scottish club released a statement on Thursday morning which read: "Rangers can today announce the departure of manager Steven Gerrard to Aston Villa. Rangers Football Club would like to put on record t...Full Story »

Anthony Gordon’s debut double earned ruthless England Under-21s a crucial win over the Czech Republic.The Everton winger’s early brace put the Young Lions on course for a 3-1 win in their Euro 2023 qualifier in Burnley.Folarin Balogun also netted his first under-21s goal as the Young Lions threatened to run riot.Adam Karabec’s penalty tempered their momentum but Lee Carsley&rsq...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard will be announced as Aston Villa boss this week after reports stated he was ready to leave Rangers. Steven Gerrard's impending move from Rangers to Aston Villa has taken a huge step forward to being completed, with Birmingham Live stating that a deal could be completed within the next 24 to 48 hours to end a successful three-year spell in Glasgow for the Liverpudlian. Smith was ...Full Story »

The former star midfielder has completely reenergised the Scottish club, earning interest from the Premier League as as result Aston Villa want to appoint Steven Gerrard as their next manager, with the Rangers boss open to the idea of moving to the Premier League. GOAL has learned that Gerrard, 41, is Villa’s No.1 choice to replace Dean Smith, who was sacked on Sunday after a disappoin...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard hailed Ryan Kent’s “world class” goal after the attacker inspired Rangers to a 4-2 win over Ross County in his first start since September.After recovering from a hamstring injury, Kent had come on as a second-half substitute against Brondby on Thursday night and helped the Gers to a 1-1 Europa League draw in Denmark.Gerrard pitched him in from the start against ...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard is pleased Rangers’ Europa League hopes are still in their own hands following a 1-1 draw with Brondby.After losing 2-0 at home to Lyon and 1-0 away to Sparta Prague in their opening two Group A fixtures, the Light Blues beat the Danish side 2-0 at Ibrox last month.But they had to come from behind to snatch a point in the reverse fixture on Thursday night.With seconds remain...Full Story »

Hartlepool interim manager Anthony Sweeney is expected to tinker with his line-up for the FA Cup first-round tie against Wycombe.Defender Jamie Sterry has not played since being taken off as a precautionary measure in the 3-2 home victory over Harrogate on October 23 and will be assessed.It is hoped that midfielder Tyler Burey will return at the end of the month from the injury that has kept him...Full Story »

Lincoln will remain without top scorer Anthony Scully for Saturday’s Sky Bet League One clash with Shrewsbury.Scully sat out Tuesday evening’s 2-1 win at Wigan due to a knee injury and is not ready to return.Southampton loanee Dan Nlundulu looks set to retain his starting place after scoring at the DW Stadium having been brought in to replace Scully.Imps defender Joe Walsh (quad) rem...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard refused to use the emotion around Walter Smith’s death as an excuse for Rangers’ 2-2 draw with Aberdeen at Ibrox.With the club still reeling from the death of the former Gers, Everton and Scotland boss on Tuesday, it was an emotionally-charged stadium which witnessed the visitors race into a two-goal lead after 15 minutes through headers by striker Christian Ramirez an...Full Story »