Steven Gerrard set for star-studded Liverpool tribute match

With Gerrard departing for the LA Galaxy at the end of the current Premier League season, it is expected that the 34-year-old will feature in a farewell match to honour his 17-year allegiance with the Merseyside club.

The Whiston-born former England captain devoted his career to playing for Liverpool and guided the Reds to Champions League success in 2005 and multiple domestic trophies and will be given a proper send off.

The tribute match, which will be played at Gerrard’s beloved Anfield, will include a host of former team-mates and it is reported that a number of international stars have been asked to feature. Jamie Carragher – Gerrard’s former Liverpool team-mate – has apparently put plans to launch his New York-based bar on hold so he can take part.

It is believed that the match will take place on March 29 which will coincide with the international break – when England take on Lithuania and Italy.