Hodgson vs Fulham

Liverpool manager will face his old club Fulham which he brought the London club to the final of Europa Cup in 2010. The reds so far enjoying a perfect time in Anfield for past few games in the league. Liverpool are battling for top four spot and expects no mercy for the London club.

Liverpool currently lies ninth in league table and the expects a big victory againts the struggling Cottagers.On his arrival at Liverpool he described the affection and gratitude he had for the Cottagers and many of their staff but come kick-off he will have no other thought but making it five successive Barclays Premier League home victories.

"Sentiment has never played a part in my football life," he said.

Captain Steven Gerrard expects to start in this match after suffering hamstring injury. Defender Paul Konchesky will also face his old team after his 3ml switch in summer. Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina will make his 200th Premier League appearences. 
Kop boss Hodgson said: "All Fernando Torres needs to return to his very best form is a goal. I think he is getting back to those levels. There have been one or two quite good performances and I'm convinced we'll see another against Fulham."