Robbie Keane had been a Liverpool fan since he was a child and representing the Reds was a dream, but a dream that only lasted around seven months, he explained why.
Speaking to the club’s website ahead of the legends match with Manchester United, the 42-year-old said: “Obviously my intention was to stay there as long as possible.” But in football, as we know, it happens, things change.
‘Of course I would have liked to stay a little longer, but it wasn’t meant to be. All we want to do is just play football. I’m not one of those guys who wakes up on a Saturday morning wanting to sit on the bench.
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‘I was someone who loved football. Whether it’s in Sunday’s league or for Liverpool or Tottenham, you still want to play every game.
“The coach had different ideas, which is fine and I have no problem with that, everyone has their own ideas and I respect that.” but i reflect on it [with] no regrets.
‘As I said, I was very lucky to put on that shirt and have some good moments: scoring against Arsenal in the Emirates, that half-volley and goals like that. That will always stay forever.’
It was a rather less than subtle hint towards Rafa Benítez that came from the Irishman, as he clearly states that the Spaniard did not play with him as much as he wanted.
With just 28 appearances for the Reds, it was clearly not the legacy the former Tottenham Hotspur striker wanted to leave behind when his career in the red came to an end.
Seven goals and five assists in that time does show that there was clear talent in the former Roja’s locker but it was not like that.
Fortunately, though, these legendary matches aren’t judged by how many matches each player has played, so you may have a chance to represent us once again.
There are often few better ways to win over the Anfield crowd than to score a great goal against our old rivals from the top of the M62 and let’s hope this dream can come true, charity game or not.
All of Scouse’s supporters inside the stadium are hoping the former Inter Milan striker can have a dream day when the two sides meet this month.
One of the best ways to help the charities that will benefit from the game is to go and buy a ticket for the day. Tickets can be purchased online here.
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