It was almost like Stoke wanted him to score.
Trailing 5-0 at the Britannia Stadium, Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard capped off his final match with the Reds with a veteran’s run through the Potters back line to bring a moment’s delight to the visiting crowd.
[ MATCH RECAP: Stoke City 6-1 Liverpool ]
Gerrard is off to Los Angeles to join Major League Soccer’s Galaxy. He was given a lengthy and emotional send-off from the Anfield faithful during last weekend’s loss.