Youth player, professional, and finally captain and inspirational leader, Steven Gerrard has come through the ranks of his one and only club: Liverpool. Now, at 27 years of age, he is one of the best players in the world…

Winner of the European Super Cup in 2001 and 2005, winner of the Champions League in 2005 and finalist in 2007, winner of the UEFA Cup in 2001… and his list of titles goes on, but you’ve got the picture. He impresses via his calmness, his skill, his strength, his rage and his tireless work on the field. But also by his simplicity and natural countenance. Steven Gerrard makes football look so easy.

Born on May 30, 1980, in the Liverpool suburb of Whiston, he signed his first professional contract with the Reds at the age of 17. “A dream come true,” he said at the time. A few months later he played his first senior match in the famous red shirt, against Blackburn on November 29, 1998. Few realised at the time that it was to mark the start of a glittering career. In his second season with the pros he forced his way into a starting role. But it wasn’t until the 2000-01 season that Gerrard become an automatic selection in Gérard Houllier’s side that won an incredible four trophies!

A ferocious shot, vision, fight… His innate qualities quickly made him a complete player, even good in the air. Able play in various position and an excellent passer, he can even score goals if the situation demands. The proof is in the statistics and the number of goals he’s scored in big matches: the 2005 Champions League final against AC Milan or in the final of the 2001 UEFA Cup final against Alaves.
Captain since 2003, the England international (59 caps), has played 270 Premier League matches and 75 Champions League games.
In front of his adoring public at Anfield Road, Gerrard will pose the biggest threat to OM on Wednesday. With him, football can look easy and beautiful. Marseille must not give the artist the time and space for his expression…

Steven Gerrard
Country: England
Date of Birth: May 30, 1980
Place of Birth: Whiston
Height: 1.88m
Weight: 82kg
Position: Midfielder

Record
European Super Cup winner: 2001 and 2005
Champions League winner: 2005
Champions League finalist: 2007
UEFA Cup winner: 2001
English FA Cup winner: 2001 and 2006
English League Cup winner: 2001 and 2003
English League Cup finalist: 2005
Community Shield winner: 2001 and 2006