Retired Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard celebrates with teammates Ben Woodburn, Alberto Moreno and Roberto Firmino last night. Photo: Dan Himbrechts / AAP

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A-League's best made to look second rate by second-string Reds

If ever a team was going to give Sydney FC a football masterclass this season it had to be an English Premier League heavyweight like Liverpool.

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Liverpool-Man Utd blockbuster ends in a damp squib

One of the most eagerly-awaited clashes of the English Premier League season turned into a major letdown as Liverpool and Manchester United nullified each other in a largely undistinguished 0-0 draw at Anfield overnight.

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Chelsea comeback stuns Leicester

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas scored twice in extra time as they fought back from two goals down to knock Premier League champions Leicester City out of the League Cup 4-2 overnight.

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Things fall apart for Arsenal as Liverpool, Man Utd start season in style

Away victories in contrasting fashion have suggested Manchester United and Liverpool should be among the Premier League title contenders after disappointing campaigns last season.

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Liverpool cruise into Europa League final

Liverpool romped into the Europa League final with a 3-0 win over Villarreal to set up a showdown with holders Sevilla, who swatted away Shakhtar Donetsk 3-1.