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Luis Garcia
« on: October 20, 2008, 03:46:16 pm »
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Luis Garcia was a hero of Liverpool's 2005 European Cup triumph in Istanbul and will come face to face with his old Anfield friends in the Vicente Calderon stadium later this week.

It will be his first meeting with the club he spent three happy years with, and he still admits to following all their matches.

Their form has impressed him, and the 30-year-old said: "The team and the squad is getting stronger each year, and I am sure that Rafa (Benitez) deep down believes he can take the team closer to the league this season even though he may never show it publicly.
"I have watched and you can see the team growing, If they continue in this way they could win the league."


That would clearly delight Luis Garcia, but he is not sure of his emotions if he scores against Liverpool in the back-to-back Group D matches over the next fortnight.

He said: "I am always happy to score goals and I am an Atletico player now. In my heart I would feel strange, and I would say 'sorry' because I wouldn't feel any joy scoring against Liverpool."

Luis Garcia is still remembered fondly on the Kop, and says: "It makes me happy that Liverpool fans look back and appreciate what I gave to the team.
"There were times last year when I wished I was back there, when I watched Liverpool games and thought I could add something to the team, I became frustrated just thinking about it."


Luis Garcia left Liverpool when Fernando Torres moved from Atletico, although the deals were not formally linked.

Initially he struggled to get into Madrid's first team regularly and has not always been a fixture in the side this term - he was only a late substitute in Saturday's home defeat by Real Madrid - but has impressed in Europe.
He starred in the club's win away to PSV Eindhoven in the opening group match, but he does not know whether Atletico boss Javier Aguirre will utilise his skills against Benitez's men, saying: "I have played in a few positions so far this season, mainly on the right but the boss knows I can also play as a striker.

"There have been games that I have switched to that role and confused the opposition. It worked against PSV and I set up a goal.
"Whether we try that against Liverpool is different because Rafa understands my game and will know what to try if I do that."

Luis Garcia has had a string of assists this season and also scored in the Champions League qualifier against Schalke.
He added: "When I first arrived things were not working out the way I expected when I decided to leave Liverpool.
"I was thinking all the time that I had made the wrong decision to come back to Spain. But this season things have been more positive, I feel a lot better about my game."


Luis Garcia scored 10 vital goals for Liverpool in the Champions League, including that controversial winner against Chelsea in the 2005 semi-final, and can expect a warm reception from Liverpool's travelling fans on Wednesday, and a hero's reception on November 4 in the return.
He said: "The game in Liverpool will be very special for me, in terms of sentimentality, the biggest of my career.

"I was not able to say goodbye properly when I left because I was injured at the end of the season, it was the worst way possible to finish my career there.
"I was so happy there and am desperate to play one more game at Anfield."


There will clearly be mixed emotions over the two games for the Spanish international, but none over his desire to see Liverpool crowned Premier League champions.
He said: "When I first joined, Chelsea were far better than us, the gap is closing and Liverpool can now win the league."
 
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #1 on: October 20, 2008, 03:49:00 pm »
Love Luis, great player.

I'd certainly have him in the squad now ahead of a couple of players who play in his role now.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2008, 03:57:21 pm »
Absolute fantastic player and such a likeable fella - scored some very important goals for Liverpool and helped us get where we are now really.

Would still have him in the squad as he could still work as a great impact sub. But we now have the likes of Benayoun and Babel so we cannot really complain, can we?


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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #3 on: October 20, 2008, 03:59:17 pm »
Absolute fantastic player and such a likeable fella - scored some very important goals for Liverpool and helped us get where we are now really.

Would still have him in the squad as he could still work as a great impact sub. But we now have the likes of Benayoun and Babel so we cannot really complain, can we?



although i like benayoun, i would take garcia over him any day of the week to be honest. luis can be frustrating at time, but absolutely brilliant in other times!

wish he didnt leave at all! :-/

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2008, 04:00:28 pm »
There will clearly be mixed emotions over the two games for the Spanish international, but none over his desire to see Liverpool crowned Premier League champions.
He said: "When I first joined, Chelsea were far better than us, the gap is closing and Liverpool can now win the league."

Love that bit.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #5 on: October 20, 2008, 04:02:31 pm »
garcia legend maybe? ok maybe not quite a legend but a quality player espcially for us.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #6 on: October 20, 2008, 04:02:44 pm »
Frustrating as hell at times, but he more that made up for that with his moments of sheer brilliance. You knew he could just pull something out of the bag when you least expected it. And always loved his reactions!

Really looking forward to seeing him on Wed. Just hope he doesn't score unless we are 3-0 up! ;D
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #7 on: October 20, 2008, 04:03:22 pm »
Love 'im to bits. Top lad, genius player.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #8 on: October 20, 2008, 04:03:33 pm »
Brilliant li`l Luis. Would have loved him just for that ghost goal, but he gave us so much more :wave
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #9 on: October 20, 2008, 04:06:21 pm »
Luis Garcia
he drinks sangria...
Brilliant little player!


Oh, i still love little Luis :)
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #10 on: October 20, 2008, 04:06:59 pm »
he came from barca, to bring us joy
If he scores more goals than Torres this season ill change me name to Carol.

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #11 on: October 20, 2008, 04:10:43 pm »
An enigmatic player who was a joy to watch at times.
I'm glad he left us before the gobshites had spewed ALL of their bile against him.

At least he's returning with 99% of his reputation intact.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #12 on: October 20, 2008, 04:10:52 pm »
hes 5ft 7

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #13 on: October 20, 2008, 04:20:18 pm »
For me theres no questioning that he's a legend.

The fact remains, none of the glorious feelings brought about as a result of Istanbul would have been possible where it not for Luis.

I know you could say that for a lot of the players, but his contribution stands out alongside Gerrards and Carraghers for me throughout the competition.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #14 on: October 20, 2008, 04:20:21 pm »
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although i like benayoun, i would take garcia over him any day of the week to be honest. luis can be frustrating at time, but absolutely brilliant in other times!

I agree. Would love him back in the squad.

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #15 on: October 20, 2008, 04:25:18 pm »
I love the little fella. Its such a shame about his last game for us.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #16 on: October 20, 2008, 04:31:57 pm »
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #17 on: October 20, 2008, 04:33:20 pm »
hes 5ft 7

Get it right. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Full name Luis Javier García Sanz
Date of birth June 24, 1978 (1978-06-24) (age 30)
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Height 1.76 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in)
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #18 on: October 20, 2008, 05:06:19 pm »
"When I first joined, Chelsea were far better than us, the gap is closing and Liverpool can now win the league."
 
Luv it! King Luis the great!
Although we have Beni, I would take Luis anyday. Doesn't hurt having the same player(different human though whose form alternates between genius and very good) in the side week-in-week out.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #19 on: October 20, 2008, 05:09:42 pm »
Miles over the line

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #20 on: October 20, 2008, 05:09:50 pm »
wellin luis
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #21 on: October 20, 2008, 05:16:51 pm »
"I was not able to say goodbye properly when I left because I was injured at the end of the season, it was the worst way possible to finish my career there.

I think that letter he wrote to the fans did that, and a whole lot more.

We love him like he was still playing for us, and long may that continue. Really really hope he plays...
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #22 on: October 20, 2008, 05:21:16 pm »
that goal against Juventus  ;D ;D one of many amazing goals

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #23 on: October 20, 2008, 05:47:41 pm »
Anderlect header.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #24 on: October 20, 2008, 05:58:11 pm »
He said: "The game in Liverpool will be very special for me, in terms of sentimentality, the biggest of my career.
"I was not able to say goodbye properly when I left because I was injured at the end of the season, it was the worst way possible to finish my career there.
"I was so happy there and am desperate to play one more game at Anfield."

"When I first joined, Chelsea were far better than us, the gap is closing and Liverpool can now win the league."

Argh, I have something in my eye, a piece of dust of something... I swear.
 
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #25 on: October 20, 2008, 06:12:28 pm »
Legend to me, I'll never forget those volleys and headers.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #26 on: October 20, 2008, 06:13:08 pm »
Fucking love luis!!!

Scored the best header i've ever seen. So many (it seems like!) crucial goals and usually a cracker.
Always played with a smile, clearly loves L.F.C. Wrote a heartfelt letter to us fans when he left. Had the coolest song...

Wish i could be there to see him one last time but i know he'll get a great reception

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« Reply #27 on: October 20, 2008, 06:17:26 pm »
Top guy, was a vital part of the team for three years and we couldn't of won the Cl without his contribution.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #28 on: October 20, 2008, 06:25:49 pm »
Top guy

Didn't rate him to be honest though

Although, he scored some vital goals

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #29 on: October 20, 2008, 06:28:18 pm »
Loved Lui. Will be good to see him play again.

Would be nice as long as we are winning 3/4-0 and its the 90 min to see luis score at Anifield and the Kop can give him a good send off

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #30 on: October 20, 2008, 06:29:29 pm »
Thanks Luis for the memories, espescially the goal against Chelsea

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« Reply #31 on: October 20, 2008, 06:33:15 pm »
top bloke great player. end of.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #32 on: October 20, 2008, 06:35:43 pm »
He wasn't a fantastic player, as if he was, we would never have let him go.

For the most part he was frustrating to watch, but some real moments of quality and some important goals.

I'm not looking forward to hearing his shite song when he returns, but looking forward to seeing him play again.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #33 on: October 20, 2008, 06:40:47 pm »
Don't forget on LFC Tv to night.

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #34 on: October 20, 2008, 06:45:54 pm »
Don't forget on LFC Tv to night.

20:30 - 21:00
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Didn't know that was on tonight.

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #35 on: October 20, 2008, 06:46:39 pm »
Still miss him so terribly...
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #36 on: October 20, 2008, 06:52:02 pm »
Always liked him,

If he wasn't in such a weak team as we were his (many) frustrating moments may not have been so obvious

He had that touch of class which most only dream about and which so many of our players in the last 15 years never had

As Carra says "love-hate" but that is a compliment in itself

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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #38 on: October 20, 2008, 07:03:15 pm »
dont forget this one
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IEj0YsFH0U&NR=1

That, that is a very beautiful moment. i miss him in our team.
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Re: Luis Garcia - Top Bloke
« Reply #39 on: October 20, 2008, 07:05:05 pm »
Top guy and a decent player too. One of the main reasons I am looking forward to the Atletico game. I think any player who has spent time here will always have a special connection with the club but I am really looking forward to his return probably more so than many other ex players. Intangible but we love him.