Originally posted by kodomok at 9-4-2009 20:13
The REAL reason why the scousers lost - Reina's big blunder--with pics
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Liverpool's Steven Gerrard to undergo scan after groin problem against Chelsea
Steven Gerrard will undergo a scan on a persistent groin problem on Thursday amid concerns Liverpool's Champions League quarter-final defeat to Chelsea could have greater repercussions for the remainder of the club's season.
The Liverpool captain complained of a tight groin for the second successive game following Wednesday night's 3-1 defeat although, unlike at Fulham on Saturday, the 28-year-old was able to complete the 90 minutes at Anfield. Gerrard was withdrawn at Craven Cottage as a precaution and did not require a scan, but this latest occurrence has left Liverpool no option but to send the midfielder for an assessment.
Even a brief absence for the midfielder would represent a major setback for Rafael Benítez's team, who have little margin for error in their pursuit of Manchester United in the Premier League and face a daunting return against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge next Tuesday. Liverpool host Blackburn Rovers in the early kick-off this Saturday at Anfield and also entertain Arsenal on Tuesday 21 April.