Gerrard ready for Reds' opener

Captain Steven Gerrard will be fit to lead Liverpool into the new season tomorrow when Rafael Benitez’s team start their Barclays Premier League campaign at Sunderland.

Gerrard was only used for the final 24 minutes of the disappointing Champions League draw against Standard Liege on Wednesday following a thigh injury, but will be in the side at the Stadium of Light after training yesterday and today.