The National's Sport cover for the Saturday, February 7 issue, featuring Liverpool's Steven Gerrard as he prepares for his last Merseyside derby.
Previewing the match and taking stock of his history in the derby, Richard Jolly writes:
“This is the final chance to see the hometown hero in what remains, despite cosmopolitan playing staffs and a globalised game, a defiantly local affair.
“He has been the subject of taunts and scorer of goals, the man who has exited in disgrace and decided the game with sheer brilliance.
“He has been a constant in a changing era at both clubs and represents a reason why red has generally trumped blue in the 21st century.”
He quotes Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers: “I’m sure they’ll be glad to see the back of him.”
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