Liverpool are just one game away from a third FA Cup final within a decade…
The Reds took a giant stride towards their first piece of silverware under Brendan Rodgers on Wednesday, beating Blackburn Rovers 1-0 in the FA Cup thanks to a single Philippe Coutinho goal 20 minutes from time.
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It’s almost nine years since Steven Gerrard inspired out last win in the competition, as we twice came from behind to eventually beat West Ham United on penalties at the Millennium Stadium.
And as we gear up for next weekend’s semi-final against Aston Villa, here’s a look at where the rest of that day’s squad are now…
GK) Pepe Reina
Spent last season on loan with Napoli. Joined Bayern Munich in the summer, ending a nine year association with the Reds. Currently serves as Manuel Neuer’s number two.
RB) Steve Finnan
Left Liverpool in 2008, joined Espanyol in La Liga. Returned to England a year later with Portsmouth before retiring in 2010.
LB) John Arne Riise
Spent time with Roma and Fulham, now with Cypriot team APOEL.
CB) Jamie Carragher
Retired in 2013 after spending his entire career with the Reds, now working for Sky Sports as a pundit.