Partridge reveals Kerr helped through the bad times

Richie Partridge has revealed he still has high hopes of playing for the Irish international team - and Brian Kerr helped him keep his spirits up when when he was injured.

Dubliner Partrige recently made a return to first team action with the Reds after a four-year absence, coming on as a substitute as Liverpool beat Middlesbrough 2-0 in the Carling Cup.