The right-half had to wait nearly five years before getting his chance in the first team. After a dreadful run of eight defeats in the previous 11 league games, Liverpool beat Middlesbrough 3-2 at Ayresome Park. Leslie Edwards at the Liverpool Echo saw promise in Saunders in his fifth game for Liverpool against Bolton...
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"Joe Fagan pulled me aside on the pavillion at Melwood and said, ‘You’re playing tomorrow’. The emotions were incredible. From utter joy, to nervousness, and then desperation for three o’ clock."
Liverpool have a strong connection to Spain and added another Spaniard to the ranks this summer with the appointment of Andoni Iraola. Following the dismissal of Arne Slot, the Reds moved quick to land the former Bournemouth boss. After an impressive playing career, Iraola has built a strong reputation as a coach and Liverpool will hope the 44-year-old can push the team on again.
The 2026 World Cup is well under way across North America, and Liverpool have a strong contingent representing their nations.
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