Kennys first European victory

       Liverpool experinced his first European victory in Anfield when the Reds defeated Sparta Praha 1-0. Dirk Kuyts 85th minute header was enough to ensure Liverpool proceed to next round. Liverpool were without skipper Steven Gerrard who watch at the stands.                                                                                  



 Record signing Andy Carroll was present during the match alongside England manager Fabio Capello. Pepe Reina captained the reds side with Jamie Carrager in the bench. striker David Ngog does not had a good night at Anfield. He misses several good chances including the first half when he collected a close range pass from Kuyt and shot at Sparta goalkeeper.

    Defender Jamie Carrager who captain the side on second half made his 137th European appearances eclipsing Manchester Uniteds Ryan Giggs on British record. Midfielder Joe Cole made few shots but he was unable to score the opener. Liverpool should have a penalty when Raul Meireless freekick bounced and hit Manuel Pamic on the hand but nothing has been given.

       Defender Daniel Agger limped to injury and he was forced to take off. Sotirius Kygiakos header was blocked  by the Sparta keeper. Raul Meireless had a best chance to score when he collected a cross from Martin Kelly but the shot when high. Kuyt who in talk on new contract scored on 85th minute when he headed Raul Meireless corner kick to give the victory for the reds.