Xabi Alonso played yesterday for the Liverpool Legends against Manchester United at Anfield and the Spaniard spoke about how it felt to be back in “the best stadium in the world”.
The former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich midfielder called L4 home between 2004 and 2009 and was adored by those of the red persuasion.
He dominated midfield again against the Red Devils yesterday when his side, managed by Sir Kenny Dalglish, defeated the visitors 2-1 thanks to goals from Mark Gonzales and Florent Sinama Pongolle and spoke about his pride in taking the field at Anfield once. time. again.
“I loved it,” Alonso told Liverpoolfc.com after the match. “I loved it after a while without playing these types of games.
“You still know that you feel it, you carry it inside and every time you have the opportunity you wake up [you].
“I really loved it and a great cause, great atmosphere, the best stadium in the world. Great day.
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“[Anfield is] different. You have beautiful stadiums all over the world, great atmospheres, Champions League nights, but this is Anfield.
“The soul, the stands, the lights, it’s different and it’s pure football. That’s why we love it as a player, as a fan, as anyone who comes”.
Our former No. 14 completed the full 90 minutes and displayed his impressive passing range and took control of the game at times.
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The World Cup winner explained that he would love to come back and play for the Legends side again in the future.
He continued: “That doesn’t change, a lot of things change, the legs change, the strength changes. But once you have that understanding after playing for so many years, it’s still there.
“As long as I can enjoy and play here, I’d love to come back.”
The former Real Sociedad B manager also spoke about the start of the season for Jurgen Klopp’s side and was optimistic about how the current campaign will play out for the Reds.
“Liverpool’s game is about the quality they have, both tactically and energetically,” he concluded. “Last year was very demanding and always to be at the top, it is not easy.
“It’s a big challenge every season, but I’m sure the team is ready for it: the players, the coaching staff, the great coach we have. There are still a lot of things to happen, but for sure they will be there.”
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