Liverpool hopes dashed as FA rules top four qualify

Andy Hampson

Liverpool hopes dashed as FA rules top four qualify
Fri, 06 May, 2005 - 01:00

The decision follows a recommendation from yesterday's professional game board meeting, which has been endorsed by the FA main board.

It means that, even if Liverpool win the Champions League, they will have to overtake city rivals Everton if they want to play in Europe's premier club competition next season.

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