Raheem Sterling hails "fantastic atmosphere" of Anfield for Manchester City match

Liverpool winger Raheem Sterling has said that playing against Manchester City this weekend ranks among the the best moments of his life.

The 17-year-old started his first Premier League game against the reigning champions and impressed during an entertaining 2-2 draw.

Sterling took to Twitter to share his excitement at playing a pivotal role in the match.

He tweeted: "Unlucky result should of won the game, once again, amazing atmosphere and what a feeling the KOP sang a song 4 me BestMomentInMyLife YNWA."

Sterling's selection was a brave decision from Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers, a move which almost helped secure his first league win as Reds manager.