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Liverpool forward Luis Suarez and Chelsea defender John Terry in action during the 2012 FA Cup final.
Liverpool vs. Chelsea: A look back at their FA Cup head-to-heads
Ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final, Sports Mole takes a look back at the previous fixtures between Liverpool and Chelsea in this competition.
May 10, 11:00
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on January 2, 2021
Mark Lawrenson: 'Steven Gerrard not ready to replace Jurgen Klopp'
Steven Gerrard has done a great job at Rangers but is not yet ready to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, according to former Reds player Mark Lawrenson.
Mar 8, 14:02
Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Conor Coady pictured in September 2020
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool should move for Conor Coady in January'
Former Liverpool defender Martin Lawrenson urges the Reds to move for Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Conor Coady in January.
Oct 25, 23:58
Michael Robinson pictured for Liverpool
Michael Robinson obituary: The Liverpool fan who found his home in Spain
Michael Robinson won three trophies at Anfield, played and commentated in Spain, and even voiced the Ugly Sister in the Spanish version of Shrek 2.
Apr 28, 10:12
Steven Gerrard celebrates Liverpool winning the FA Cup in May 2006
Liverpool's greatest ever players by number
Sports Mole takes an alternative look at Liverpool's best ever players, listing them by number from Steven Gerrard and Kenny Dalglish to Lazar Markovic and Mario Balotelli.
Apr 19, 16:37
Chelsea defender Reece James in action for Wigan Athletic against Leeds United on April 19, 2019
Mark Lawrenson tells Liverpool to move for Chelsea defender
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson urges the Reds to make a summer move for Chelsea teenager Reece James.
May 12, 23:45
Sadio Mane in action for Liverpool on April 7, 2018
Sadio Mane to wear number 10 shirt for Liverpool
Liverpool winger Sadio Mane inherits Philippe Coutinho's number 10 shirt for the 2018-19 season, following in the footsteps of John Barnes, Michael Owen and Steve Heighway.
Jul 20, 13:31
Loris Karius apologises following Liverpool's defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League final
Mark Lawrenson: 'No way back for Loris Karius'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson claims that Loris Karius can no longer have a future at the club following his mistakes in the Champions League final.
May 27, 13:28
Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho pictured in front of the Anfield faithful on October 14, 2017
Mark Lawrenson: 'Nobody mentions Philippe Coutinho anymore at Liverpool'
Mark Lawrenson believes that, with Liverpool's forward trident and the club's journey to the Champions League final, Philippe Coutinho has been forgotten at Anfield.
May 3, 20:06
A general shot of the corner flag at the Etihad Stadium prior to Manchester City's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on November 5, 2016
WWE star John Cena tips Tottenham Hotspur to beat Manchester City
WWE star John Cena tips Tottenham Hotspur to end Manchester City's unbeaten start to the Premier League campaign at the Etihad Stadium this weekend.
Dec 15, 12:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson "totally convinced" by Leicester City triumph
Ex-Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson has no doubts that Leicester City will hold their nerve and win the Premier League title this season.
Apr 3, 11:06
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: Manchester United could win Premier League title "by stealth"
Mark Lawrenson believes that Manchester United could win the Premier League title "by stealth" this term.
Dec 12, 18:07
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Jurgen Klopp understands Liverpool'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson believes that Reds fans have taken to new manager Jurgen Klopp as he "gets" the club's ethos and history.
Nov 1, 13:29
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Merseyside derby is biggest game of Brendan Rodgers' tenure'
Mark Lawrenson believes that Brendan Rodgers faces his biggest game of his tenure at Liverpool in the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.
Oct 4, 12:25
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Jose Mourinho's Arsene Wenger criticism is embarrassing'
Mark Lawrenson says that he would be "embarrassed" as a Chelsea player hearing manager Jose Mourinho's criticism of Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger
Sep 29, 21:16
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Next 10 days massive for Brendan Rodgers'
Ex-Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says that Brendan Rodgers faces a make-or-break period of fixtures over the next 10 days after edging past Carlisle United.
Sep 24, 19:24
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool looked like a team of strangers'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson slams the performance of Brendan Rodgers's side in the League Cup win over Carlisle United, calling the display "unacceptable".
Sep 24, 19:17
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool have no leaders and lack character'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson believes that the current Reds squad is "characterless" and "leaderless".
Sep 13, 13:35
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Christian Benteke needs more service'
Ex-Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says that Brendan Rodgers needs to change his style of play if summer signing Christian Benteke is to score goals at the club.
Sep 11, 15:20
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'I feel sorry for Rickie Lambert'
Ex-Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson admits that he has sympathy for striker Rickie Lambert after his departure from the club.
Aug 3, 06:56
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson slams "pathetic" Raheem Sterling
Mark Lawrenson brands Raheem Sterling's attempts to move away from Liverpool as "pathetic".
Jul 12, 14:37
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson urges Brendan Rodgers to sign Christian Benteke
Mark Lawrenson joins fellow Liverpool legends Robbie Fowler and John Aldridge in urging Brendan Rodgers to sign Aston Villa hitman Christian Benteke.
Jul 6, 00:28
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Hit or miss: Rating the performances of English youngsters at Euro 2015
Sports Mole analyses the performances of each of England Under-21s' squad at Euro 2015, before rating whether they will be a hit or miss in the future.
Jun 27, 17:03
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson slams 'overpaid' England youngsters
Mark Lawrenson believes that England Under-21s' failure on the big stage is down to the continuing growth in player wages at club level.
Jun 25, 09:12
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool have to bring in Champions League-quality players'
Mark Lawrenson is adamant that Liverpool have to buy Champions League-quality players to return to Europe's elite competition next season.
Jun 14, 15:56
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
James Milner deal 'will attract more players to Liverpool'
Mark Lawrenson predicts that Liverpool will be able to attract more players to the club after signing James Milner.
Jun 7, 13:51
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Daniel Sturridge injury will force Liverpool signings'
Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson thinks that Daniel Sturridge's lengthy injury layoff will force the club's owners to invest heavily in a striker this summer.
May 10, 14:19
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: Mario Balotelli "a waste of time"
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson describes Mario Balotelli as "a waste of time" following Liverpool's 0-0 FA Cup draw against Blackburn Rovers.
Mar 9, 00:09
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson tips Liverpool to progress in FA Cup
Mark Lawrenson tips former club Liverpool to beat Crystal Palace in the FA Cup.
Feb 14, 17:36
Generic image of a locker room
BBC clarify Mark Lawrenson's comments suggesting Ched Evans is a "victim"
The BBC reject suggestions that pundit Mark Lawrenson claimed during a recent broadcast that convicted rapist Ched Evans was a "victim".
Jan 12, 11:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Is Ched Evans a victim?'
Former Liverpool defender and TV pundit Mark Lawrenson asks whether convicted rapist Ched Evans is "a victim" of a media circus.
Jan 10, 17:48
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool on the up'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson believes that the team is starting to show that they are still capable of securing a top-four finish.
Dec 22, 11:06
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson calls for Divock Origi return to Liverpool
Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson calls for the club to recall Belgium striker Divock Origi from his loan spell with Lille when the transfer window reopens.
Nov 16, 14:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Throw Daniel Sturridge straight in'
Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson calls for Brendan Rodgers to immediately recall Daniel Sturridge to the Reds side when they travel to Crystal Palace on November 23.
Nov 16, 14:16
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson questions Manuel Pellegrini's motivational skills
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson questions Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini's motivational skills.
Nov 8, 17:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Rodgers must sign a fast, pacey striker'
Mark Lawrenson believes that Brendan Rodgers will sign a "fast, pacey striker" in January to boost Liverpool's attacking options.
Sep 28, 08:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Liverpool favourite Mark Lawrenson: 'Alberto Moreno has made an impressive start'
Alberto Moreno and Javier Manquillo are making 'impressive' starts to their Liverpool careers, according to former Reds defender Mark Lawrenson.
Sep 7, 12:17
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool need a new striker'
Liverpool's main focus in the transfer market should be the signing of another striker, according to Mark Lawrenson.
Aug 3, 18:07
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Manchester CityMan City32227376324473
2Arsenal32225575264971
3Liverpool32218372314171
4Aston Villa33196868491963
5Tottenham HotspurSpurs32186865491660
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle321551269521750
7Manchester UnitedMan Utd32155124748-150
8West Ham UnitedWest Ham33139115258-648
9Chelsea31138106152947
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton321111105250244
11Wolverhampton WanderersWolves32127134651-543
12Fulham33126154951-242
13Bournemouth32119124757-1042
14Crystal Palace3289153754-1733
15Brentford3388174758-1132
16Everton3298153248-1627
17Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest3379174258-1626
18Luton TownLuton3367204670-2425
19Burnley3348213368-3520
20Sheffield UnitedSheff Utd3237223084-5416


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