Gerrard Praises Chinese Fans


Steven Gerrard is eagerly looking forward to play in action in China this summer.It is the first ever game in for Liverpool in mainland China. The other match in the Asian tour will be played in Malaysia.
Liverpool has huge fan support in Asia and this summer's visit follows the hugely successful 10-day pre-season tour of Thailand and Singapore two years ago.

He said,"It's important we go over there and share some time with our fans in China,"  "We love them as much as they love us and it's important for the club that we keep the relationship strong.
"The lads have already been talking about going over there and hopefully we can play well and win for them.".

The confirmed Asia Tour fixtures are as follows:
Wednesday July 13 - Guangdong Sunray Cave v Liverpool FC in the Tianhe Stadium, Guangzhou. 8pm kick-off local time.
Saturday July 16 - Malaysian XI v Liverpool FC in the Bukit Jalil Stadium, Kuala Lumpur. 5.45pm kick-off local time.