'Steven Gerrard, who visited Korea,' directly revealed his 'dark history' from 12 years ago: "I wish I could relive the 2014 match against Chelsea"... Revisiting the 'Qwadaang incident' that cost them the title [Yeouido]

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Steven Gerrard (47), who visited Korea, directly revealed his own 'dark history.'

On the 5th, the '2026 Champions Impact in Seoul' media conference was held at the Grand Ballroom Hall of the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

This match, featuring legends from Barcelona and Liverpool, will take place at Seoul World Cup Stadium at 6 p.m. on the 6th.

At the press conference that day, Steven Gerrard and Luis Garcia attended as representatives of the Liverpool legends, while Andres Iniesta and Carles Puyol attended as representatives of the Barcelona legends.

Gerrard is hailed as an icon of English football who led the 'Miracle of Istanbul' in the 2005 UEFA Champions League (UCL) and as the team's eternal captain. Garcia, also a key figure in the UCL victory at the time, was an attacker who won fans' affection with his brilliant skills, scoring decisive goals in every important tournament.

Gerrard said at the event, "I am grateful for the warm welcome from Korean fans. I am very happy to be here with world-class players." He added, "I had a wonderful experience when I visited Korea before, and I expect tomorrow's match to be equally enjoyable," expressing his anticipation.

While focusing on a festival for fans rather than victory, he did not forget his professional spirit. Gerrard stated, "Because I respect the fans, the most important thing is to strive so they can have a great experience by coming to the stadium and watching an excellent match." He also pledged, "The players gathered here are all world-class professionals, so we will deliver a match worthy of that reputation."

When asked which players from the opposing Barcelona legends team he was most eager to face, he named Andres Iniesta and Sergio Busquets. Gerrard said, "It is very difficult to single out one specific player," but added, "I am very much looking forward to competing in the midfield against Busquets or Iniesta from the opposing team."

When asked about players he regretted not being able to join, he mentioned Mohamed Salah. Gerrard said, "The squad assembled by Liverpool this time and the Barcelona squad, which includes many world-class players, are both excellent. It would have been even better if Salah had come along, but it is a pity he could not. I hope he can join us next time."

When asked which match he would most like to play again during his playing days, Gerrard mentioned two moments where glory and regret intertwined. He said, "If I had to pick a good moment, I would definitely go back to the 2005 UCL final, the highest highlight of my career that brought immense emotion, and feel that dreamlike feeling once again."

He then also recalled a painful memory. Gerrard said, "If I were given the chance to play just one match again and change the result, I would without hesitation choose the 2014 match against Chelsea," eliciting laughter from the audience. That match was a painful game from the 2013-2014 English Premier League (EPL) season where Gerrard, receiving the ball in the defensive line, made a fatal mistake by falling, conceding the winning goal and causing Liverpool to miss their chance to win the EPL title for the first time in 24 years.

Meanwhile, the roster for this event includes many legends who led Barcelona's golden era, such as Iniesta, Puyol, Rivaldo, Deco, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. Additionally, players who wrote Liverpool's history, including Gerrard, Garcia, Sami Hyypia, Robbie Keane, Jacek Krzynowek, and Adam Lallana, will also participate.

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