Gerrard believes displays against Chelsea will silence sceptics

STEVEN GERRARD will use Liverpool’s two Champions League matches against Chelsea to dispel any lingering doubts about where his loyalties lie after the two English clubs were paired in the group stages.

The scenario had seemed fated after Liverpool’s special dispensation to defend their trophy meant they were denied the ‘country protection’ awarded to the other clubs in the draw.

Group G, along with Spanish side Real Betis and Belgian club Anderlecht, looks the toughest of the lot.