Gerrard: Top four still the aim for Liverpool

The England captain believes the Reds can be considered title contenders if they are still in the race with 10 remaining but is adamant that finishing in the top four is paramount

Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has called for the Reds to maintain their fantastic start to the season and finish in the top four.

Brendan Rodgers' side currently lead the way at the top of the Premier League, with Saturday's 3-1 win over Cardiff City propelling the Merseysiders above Arsenal and to the summit of England's top-flight.

'He does this week-in, week-out' - Rodgers overjoyed at Suarez masterclass

The Northern Irishman was understandably delighted with his star striker, praising his consistency over the campaign, but the Uruguayan himself played down his role as captain

Brendan Rodgers hailed Luis Suarez after the Liverpool striker celebrated his new deal with two goals and an assist in the 3-1 victory over Cardiff City.

The Uruguayan scored a stunning volley to open the scoring, set up Raheem Sterling for the second goal and grabbed the third for himself before the break.

           

Rodgers hoping to have Gerrard back in four weeks

The Liverpool boss is optimistic his captain can minimise his time on the sidelines and says he is currently undergoing an extensive treatment programme.

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says he is hoping to have Steven Gerrard back in action in four weeks after the captain suffered a hamstring strain.

The 33-year-old had been an ever-present for the Reds this season in the Premier League but picked up the injury last time out in Liverpool's 4-1 win over West Ham.

Steven Gerrard Injury Update

Gerrard out for up six weeks with hamstring injury

Liverpool captain limped off during Liverpool's 4-1 win over West Ham at weekend

Liverpool FC have suffered a major blow with the news that skipper Steven Gerrard will be out for up to six weeks with a hamstring injury.

The midfielder limped off early in the second half of Saturday's 4-1 win over West Ham and a scan has confirmed the extent of the damage.

Gerrard: Suarez is a 'machine'

Merseyside derby Everton Liverpool Gerrard: Suarez is a 'machine'

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has reiterated his admiration for Luis Suarez, calling the Uruguayan "a machine" who is "right up there with the best in the world".

Suarez netted again in the 3-3 draw with Merseyside rivals Everton at the weekend, taking his Premier League tally to nine goals for the season - one less than Sergio Aguero at the top of the scoring charts.

Don't judge us yet, urges England captain Steven Gerrard after double defeat

Steven Gerrard has urged fans to go easy on England as manager Roy Hodgson experiments on the road to Rio.

Successive home defeats to Chile and Germany have brought Hodgson's men down to earth after the comprehensive victories last month that secured their place at next summer's World Cup.

England will not be among the top seeds for December's group draw but Gerrard sees no reason to panic - and reckons a low-key build-up could work in their favour.

"I think it is important people are not too harsh on us. These games are all about experimenting and trying things," the Liverpool midfielder said.

Hodgson: Gerrard can play beyond 2014 World Cup

The Three Lions midfielder has indicated he will retire from international football after Brazil 2014 but the 66-year-old feels his captain's new role will allow him to carry on.

Roy Hodgson believes Steven Gerrard can carry on playing for England after next summer's World Cup.

The Liverpool midfielder has previously suggested he will retire after Brazil 2014, having already earned 105 caps since his international debut in 2000.

However, Hodgson is refusing to plan for the 33-year-old’s international departure just yet and hopes his captain will still be available after next summer.

Gerrard: England can cope without Rooney

The Liverpool forward admits Roy Hodgson's men will miss the Manchester United forward but insists confidence is high among the players

Steven Gerrard insists England are capable of securing a victory against Ukraine without Wayne Rooney.

The Manchester United forward was forced to pull out of Roy Hodgson's squad due to a head injury which was caused in a collision with Phil Jones during a training session.

World Cup qualifying: Steven Gerrard says England will miss Danny Welbeck in Ukraine

Steven Gerrard admits an untimely suspension for the in-form Danny Welbeck has provided a major blow to England's plans.

Manchester United forward Welbeck picked up his second yellow card of World Cup qualification on Friday as England swept aside Moldova 4-0 at Wembley.

He also found the target on two occasions, taking his international tally to eight, but the night was overshadowed by his contentious booking for kicking the ball away.

England 4-0 Moldova: Welbeck doubles up in comfortable Three Lions victory

Roy Hodgson's men were comfortable winners at Wembley, but a booking for Danny Welbeck soured the evening, ruling the Manchester United star out of Tuesday's clash with Ukraine

England strolled to a comfortable 4-0 win against Moldova in their World Cup 2014 qualifying group clash, keeping pace with Montenegro ahead of their vital meeting with Ukraine on Tuesday.

Steven Gerrard broke the deadlock with a low, powerful strike in the 12th minute and, from then on, the hosts looked completely in control, meeting the expectations of a less-than-full Wembley.