Five years on, the Liverpool defender is hoping to exact some revenge for the Reds’ former skipper when Chelsea travel to Anfield on Sunday
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed he was a ball boy at Anfield during the Reds’ infamous 2-0 to defeat against Chelsea in 2014.
That game is often remembered for Steven Gerrard’s slip which allowed Demba Ba to score, and was the turning point in the game.
The defeat also somewhat derailed Liverpool’s title challenge and Brendan Rodgers’ side ultimately finished second, two points behind Manchester City.
Alexander-Arnold is gearing up to face Chelsea five years on as the Merseyside club aim to again topple City and claim the Premier League crown. But for the 20-year-old, that Gerrard slip has lived long in the memory.
“I was on the halfway line with a horrible view of what happened,” Alexander Arnold told the Times.
“But hopefully we’ll be able to make things right and it’ll be us that wins 2-0.”
It has taken Liverpool half a decade to mount another title challenge, but the England international is hoping this campaign ends differently to the 2013-14 season.
“If you asked fans now about 2013-14, they’d say the team gave everything, even if it wasn’t enough. Whatever happens, hopefully that’s the way they’ll see this,” he said.
“How good we are [this season], everyone bought into the idea of wanting to be successful, win trophies, write our names in history.
“It’s the belief the manager gives us. The belief we give each other. The quality you see looking around the changing room is frightening."
As a Scouser and a boyhood Red, Liverpool’s title challenge means that little bit more for Alexander-Arnold.
“It’s something I’m massively proud of, being able to play for Liverpool,” he said. “Something I’ve always wanted to do and want to always do.
“I think the main thing for fans is the effort you give for the club. They never want to see a player who thinks they’re too big for the club. The club always comes first no matter what. If you give your all, that’s all they ask.”
While Liverpool’s players deserve much of the credit for their impressive season, in which they have picked up 82 points from 33 games, the defender reserved some special praise for manager Jurgen Klopp.
“When I look at him he’s a little reserved around the training ground,” said Alexander-Arnold. “But he has still got that presence in rooms. Then as soon as you step outside he’s animated, he’s loud, he’s very passionate about the things he believes and the way he wants to play. His players have got to embody that.
“[He tells me] to be confident on the pitch. To go out there and feel I’m valued within the squad. Probably not to think of myself as that young player still coming through. My mentality is someone still trying to work hard and progress to be that first name on the team sheet.”
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Alexander-Arnold reveals he was ball boy for Gerrard’s slip 16 minutes ago / autty Five years on, the Liverpool defender is hoping to exact some revenge for the Reds’ former skipper when Chelsea travel to Anfield on Sunday  Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed he was a ball boy at Anfield during the Reds’ infamous 2-0 to defeat against Chelsea in 2014. That game is often remembered for Steven Gerrard’s slip which allowed Demba Ba to score, and was the turning point in the game. The defeat also somewhat derailed Liverpool’s title challenge and Brendan Rodgers’ side ultimately finished second, two points behind Manchester City. Alexander-Arnold is gearing up to face Chelsea five years on as the Merseyside club aim to again topple City and claim the Premier League crown. But for the 20-year-old, that Gerrard slip has lived long in the memory. “I was on the halfway line with a horrible view of what happened,” Alexander Arnold told the Times. “But hopefully we’ll be able to make things right and it’ll be us that wins 2-0.” It has taken Liverpool half a decade to mount another title challenge, but the England international is hoping this campaign ends differently to the 2013-14 season. “If you asked fans now about 2013-14, they’d say the team gave everything, even if it wasn’t enough. Whatever happens, hopefully that’s the way they’ll see this,” he said. “How good we are [this season], everyone bought into the idea of wanting to be successful, win trophies, write our names in history. “It’s the belief the manager gives us. The belief we give each other. The quality you see looking around the changing room is frightening." As a Scouser and a boyhood Red, Liverpool’s title challenge means that little bit more for Alexander-Arnold. “It’s something I’m massively proud of, being able to play for Liverpool,” he said. “Something I’ve always wanted to do and want to always do. “I think the main thing for fans is the effort you give for the club. They never want to see a player who thinks they’re too big for the club. The club always comes first no matter what. If you give your all, that’s all they ask.” While Liverpool’s players deserve much of the credit for their impressive season, in which they have picked up 82 points from 33 games, the defender reserved some special praise for manager Jurgen Klopp. “When I look at him he’s a little reserved around the training ground,” said Alexander-Arnold. “But he has still got that presence in rooms. Then as soon as you step outside he’s animated, he’s loud, he’s very passionate about the things he believes and the way he wants to play. His players have got to embody that. “[He tells me] to be confident on the pitch. To go out there and feel I’m valued within the squad. Probably not to think of myself as that young player still coming through. My mentality is someone still trying to work hard and progress to be that first name on the team sheet.” Related: LiverpoolS. GerrardT. Alexander-Arnold Copyright Declaration
Jesus how long is the text
joobkltu
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Gerrard slipped Liverpool lost by 2 points. Robertson ‘s slipped will make Liverpool to lose by 1 point.
lekana_12
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When I was watching the game I never saw him slip
He did and almost cost the team a goal.
FootballKillian
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Robertson did slip as well today
When I was watching the game I never saw him slip
Caeiklopy
1
Robertson did slip as well today
MikeRodneyGondwe
0
to be a ball boy and then play for your fantastic team it's more than anything
Fimcenrst
1
Today Robertson slipped but thank GOD it doesn't lead to a goal.
kikbdkstu
2
Alex thank you for a good revenge. Today held Hazard, prevented Hazard from doing his things. Today a ball boy 2014 Alexander Anorld has grown up to shown Chelsea a class of revenge and succeed. Alex we all say God bless you.
mahbkmoz
0
actually he is better than semedo and cancelo
No he isn’t
fawadopy
2
Chelsea is better taking this plays
fawadopy
3
thanks form LIVERPOOL
Hamizanharis11
1
History will never be change... This kid said he's gonna make a history with the current team😊
That’s what I mean, overconfident. He is very talented player, but if he keep on that state..he’ll be nowhere. If he keep and focus on his traning, motivate and learn something new..I’m pretty sure arnold will be one of the finest fullback in the world. Don’t rush, keep calm and steady..believe me, it’s worth.
Justin_stands
2
PREDICTION GONE RIGHT YOU PLAYED WELL TODAY BOY YNWA
Liverpoolholics
0
lets go for MIGOS song SLIPPERY 😆😆😂😂
Hello,how are you?
dunacelmr
0
he is better than everybody i live reds
SDeen
3
My blood is RED🔴
Veeempu
0
Carvajal Kimmich Semedo Cancelo say hi
actually he is better than semedo and cancelo
Divyansh26
14
And the rise of TAA since then is just incredible .......Keep it up TAA proud to see your rise since then 👏👏.....
Naadkny
0
Carvajal Kimmich Semedo Cancelo say hi
Lol
MoazzamMazari
1
Best RB in the world. win today's game!
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Carvajal Kimmich Semedo Cancelo say hi
bbrussbo
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I'm going to die of heart failure before I see LFC lift the trophy
Tree I have my house on u
war369
4
I'm going to die of heart failure before I see LFC lift the trophy
Movidas
1
Um, well. I’m having a mini panic attack right now. Come you lads 😩🔴
Barrette
2
He's a fine player 😊
likee
5
Best RB in the world. win today's game!
MVP30
0
Eyahhh, Don’t use that pain to do anyhow today ooooo Relax and beat Chelsea
masaboot
1
Salah also remembers,he was in that game though in a blue kit, right?
Radionicse
1
BEST POSSIBLE TEAM AT THE MOMENT SUIIIIIIII
ROBINSONAYO
2
lets go for MIGOS song SLIPPERY 😆😆😂😂
rohitgirwal18
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Poggyba
0
What’s this kid talking about? Is he try to change history? Or some sort of revenge? Always overconfident, overrated..try to learn from the past,not to condemn yourself by this bullshit statement.
Btw he didn't condemned himself... 😊
Poggyba
1
What’s this kid talking about? Is he try to change history? Or some sort of revenge? Always overconfident, overrated..try to learn from the past,not to condemn yourself by this bullshit statement.
History will never be change... This kid said he's gonna make a history with the current team😊
koycmnty
5
Alexander-Arnold reveals he was ball boy for Gerrard’s slip 16 minutes ago / autty Five years on, the Liverpool defender is hoping to exact some revenge for the Reds’ former skipper when Chelsea travel to Anfield on Sunday  Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed he was a ball boy at Anfield during the Reds’ infamous 2-0 to defeat against Chelsea in 2014. That game is often remembered for Steven Gerrard’s slip which allowed Demba Ba to score, and was the turning point in the game. The defeat also somewhat derailed Liverpool’s title challenge and Brendan Rodgers’ side ultimately finished second, two points behind Manchester City. Alexander-Arnold is gearing up to face Chelsea five years on as the Merseyside club aim to again topple City and claim the Premier League crown. But for the 20-year-old, that Gerrard slip has lived long in the memory. “I was on the halfway line with a horrible view of what happened,” Alexander Arnold told the Times. “But hopefully we’ll be able to make things right and it’ll be us that wins 2-0.” It has taken Liverpool half a decade to mount another title challenge, but the England international is hoping this campaign ends differently to the 2013-14 season. “If you asked fans now about 2013-14, they’d say the team gave everything, even if it wasn’t enough. Whatever happens, hopefully that’s the way they’ll see this,” he said. “How good we are [this season], everyone bought into the idea of wanting to be successful, win trophies, write our names in history. “It’s the belief the manager gives us. The belief we give each other. The quality you see looking around the changing room is frightening." As a Scouser and a boyhood Red, Liverpool’s title challenge means that little bit more for Alexander-Arnold. “It’s something I’m massively proud of, being able to play for Liverpool,” he said. “Something I’ve always wanted to do and want to always do. “I think the main thing for fans is the effort you give for the club. They never want to see a player who thinks they’re too big for the club. The club always comes first no matter what. If you give your all, that’s all they ask.” While Liverpool’s players deserve much of the credit for their impressive season, in which they have picked up 82 points from 33 games, the defender reserved some special praise for manager Jurgen Klopp. “When I look at him he’s a little reserved around the training ground,” said Alexander-Arnold. “But he has still got that presence in rooms. Then as soon as you step outside he’s animated, he’s loud, he’s very passionate about the things he believes and the way he wants to play. His players have got to embody that. “[He tells me] to be confident on the pitch. To go out there and feel I’m valued within the squad. Probably not to think of myself as that young player still coming through. My mentality is someone still trying to work hard and progress to be that first name on the team sheet.” Related: LiverpoolS. GerrardT. Alexander-Arnold Copyright Declaration
Hamizanharis11
1
What’s this kid talking about? Is he try to change history? Or some sort of revenge? Always overconfident, overrated..try to learn from the past,not to condemn yourself by this bullshit statement.
sipaelosy
3
He came for payback time.
ROBINSONAYO
2
maybe he'll correct the mistake of Gerard
Christopher_Robin
1
No wonder he slipped [Sadtolook]
ROBINSONAYO
1
well. so are you going to imitate him 😂😂😂😂😂
VanishPrasad
4
Now he'll have a close look