Best yet to come, says Houllier

GERARD HOULLIER responded to Liverpool losing their unbeaten domestic record by insisting last night: ‘‘The best is yet to come.’’

The Anfield chief celebrates four years in sole charge of Liverpool with a make-or-break Champions League clash with Swiss double winners Basle, knowing only a victory will see them safely through to the last 16.

It is a huge task for a side who have enjoyed their best opening run since they last won the championship 12 years ago.