Monthly Review - October
October 1 - Ruddock, Leonhardsen and Redknapp returns from
injury
Jamie Redknapp has completed his first full game since breaking his leg
playing for England last May. Redknapp together with Leonhardsen and Ruddock took part in
a specially-arranged practice match at the Merseysiders' Melwood training ground against
Crewe reserves on Wednesday afternoon. Redknapp, who broke his leg in the England game at
Old Trafford against South Africa, is considered to be several weeks ahead of his
recovery schedule, providing a major boost for England boss Glenn Hoddle. Crewe won the
match 1-0 courtesy of a goal from Steve Garvey but the Liverpool trio's return was a major
boost too for boss Roy Evans after the previous night's UEFA Cup success over Celtic.
October 6 - Liverpool 4 Chelsea 2
The Reds defeated Chelsea in a pulsating match. Patrick Berger scored his
first ever hat-trick for Liverpool and set up Fowler's goal for Liverpool's fourth. Zola
scored for Chelsea 2 minutes after Berger opened the Red's account. The goal was hotly
disputed as Mark Hughes was alleged to have fouled Kvarme before Zola latched on to the
loose ball.Chelsea's Lambourde was sent off for his second bookable offence in the 35th
minute. From then onwards, Liverpool fully maximise the one man advantage.
October 15 - West Bromwich Albion 0 Liverpool 2
Liverpool showed a commitment to the Coca-Cola Cup that put Manchester United
to shame, as they overwhelmed West Bromwich Albion to an extent that was not mirrored by
the final scoreline at the Hawthorns. Goals from Czech international Patrik Berger and
Robbie Fowler settled the third-round tie, but Evans' men backed up his claim that
Liverpool "try to win every competition we enter" message with a totally
committed and classy display. Evans fielded his strongest available side, and his team
showed from the first whistle that they were in the mood for the challenge. by John Curtis
of the "Press Association"
October 18 - Everton 2 Liverpool 0
Liverpool surprisingly lost 2-0 to Everton to continue the barren spell at
Goodison Park in the 90's. Neil Ruddock returned to the team by scoring an own goal off
his chest in the 45th minute. Talented Everton youngster, Danny Cadamarteri scored in the
75thminute to complete Everton's victory. Truely a disappointing match after a high
beating Chelsea. The Reds faces Strasbourg 3 days later for their UEFA clash.
October 21 - RC Strasbourg 3 Liverpool 0
The Reds suffer deja vu nightmare. Liverpool had another 3-0 French disaster
in Europe as RC Strasbourg clinically took their chances, making it very difficult for the
Reds to progress to the next round.
October 24 - James's place threatened.
Liverpool is keen on signing American keeper Brad Friedel from the Columbus
Crew of Major League Soccer. However the signing will depend on the grant of the work
permit by the Deparment of Employment. British newspapers said Friday that Friedel had
agreed to personal terms and was ready to sign a four-year contract. Should Friedel sign
for the Reds, he is expected to wrestle the no 1 spot form James as he has to fulfil the
75% match attendance record to stay for the next season. Thus it is unlikely that Evans
will be signing Friedel just as a back-up to James.
October 25 - Liverpool 4 Derby County 0
Liverpool put four goals past in-form Derby County, much to Reds' fans relief
after two poor defeats. Fowler scored 2, Leonhardsen scored his first for Liverpool
and Macca a rare header goal in the 85th minute to complete the rout.
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