Steven Gerrard happy with Wembley return

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard was happy with how his side handled a "physical" display from Stoke City to book their place in the FA Cup semi-finals.

The Reds defeated the Potters 2-1 at Anfield to secure a second appearance at Wembley Stadium this season following February's Carling Cup final victory over Cardiff City.

"Stoke are a tough physical side and Tony Pulis had them wound up because it was very big game for both sides today," Gerrard told ITV Sport.

"It was even-stevens in the first half but in the second half we took over and controlled the game. Stewie [Downing] took his goal fantastically well and off we go to Wembley again."

The Merseysiders will face either Sunderland or local rivals Everton for a place in May's final.