Published 15:30 IST, April 27th 2020
Gerrard slip: When Chelsea dashed Liverpool's PL hopes on April 27, 2014; watch video
On this day, April 27, 2014, Steven Gerrard slipped against Chelsea, crashing Liverpool's hopes of winning their first-ever Premier League title.
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Premier League giants Liverpool were close to ending ir Premier League title drought as y faced off Chelsea. However, Reds could t clinch Premier League 2013-14 title, courtesy of an infamous incident on April 27, 2014, that haunts Liverpool fans till date - Gerrard slip.
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Gerrard slip: Liverpool on course to win Premier League
Liverpool were on course to win ir first-ever Premier League title under guidance of Brendan Rodgers, along with a team boasting likes of Luis Suarez, Philippe Coutinho, Raheem Sterling and Steven Gerrard. All that was required from Reds was composure in final three games, but that's when Anfield outfit slipped.
Gerrard slip leads to Liverpool defeat against Chelsea
Liverpool were on a 16-game unbeaten run in Premier League and were five points clear at top. Reds were set to face Chelsea at Anfield in ir third-last game. However, game against Chelsea changed tide for Liverpool when in 45th minute of game, Steven Gerrard failed to control a routine pass at back, leading to infamous Gerrard slip.
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Gerrard slip: Willian scores in injury time
Steven Gerrard lost control of ball which was rolling towards Chelsea striker Demba Ba. However, things couldn't get worse for Gerrard who lost his footing and instantly slipped on field, as Demba Ba raced through penalty area unhindered. Although Gerrard made every effort to stop striker, Senegalese made mistake, netting past Simon Miglet, giving a half-time lead to Jose Mourinho's Chelsea.
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Steven Gerrard's side made every possible attempt to score equaliser in second half. However, Jose Mourinho's resolute defence served a major blow to Liverpool. Later, Chelsea's Willian delivered final blow as he made it 2-0 in final minute of injury time.
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Manchester City win Premier League
Gerrard slip served good for Liverpool that blew away a 3-0 lead against Crystal Palace to end game 3-3. Although Liverpool won final game against Newcastle United, Manchester City eased past through to win Premier League 2013-14 title with a two-point lead over Reds.
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15:30 IST, April 27th 2020