Carroll rescues Reds at death

Alexander Doni plunged Liverpool into a Wembley goalkeeper crisis after getting sent off as Kenny Dalglish’s side signed off for Saturday’s FA Cup semi-final against Everton with a last-minute winner on a night of pure drama at Ewood Park.

The Brazilian, making only his second appearance for the club, was red-carded by referee Anthony Taylor after hauling downJunior Hoilett in the 25th minute, with Liverpool leading 2-0.

Doni, who will now miss the semi-final, was only playing because first-choice Pepe Reina was serving a suspension following his dismissal at Newcastle on April 1.