Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers praised the “desire and commitment” of his side following their 1-0 Europa League third qualifying round first leg win over Gomel last night.

At 71, Otto Baric is no spring chicken, but in Euro 2004 the veteran campaigner will once more get the chance to coach a national team in a major tournament.

Polish striker Sebastian Olszar is hoping manager Harry Redknapp gives him the chance to fulfil his dream of scoring the winning goal at Anfield.