Summary

  • 5 live football special using live coverage tab

  • Find out your greatest third-round moment on 5 live (21:00 GMT)

  • Leaving Liverpool "toughest decision of my life" - Steven Gerrard

  • GET INVOLVED: Share your FA Cup excitement #getcarriedaway

  1. FA Cup shocks votepublished at 10:08 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    As we were telling you earlier, we'll be building up to the FA Cup Third Round this weekend throughout today.

    It's time for you to get voting.

    John Motson has compiled his top 10 third-round shocks and we want you to choose your favourite ahead of a special programme tonight from 21:00 on BBC Radio 5 live.

    We'll be running through them all in the next few hours.

    Voting is now open on the right-hand side of the page and will be open until 14:00.

    Full terms and conditions are available here.

  2. Gerrard arrives at trainingpublished at 09:56 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Ben Smith
    BBC Sport in Liverpool

    Steven Gerrard arrives at trainingImage source, Reuters

    "Steven Gerrard has arrived here at Liverpool's Melwood training ground for a light training session.

    "(A grand total of four fans outside)."

  3. Gerrard the greatest?published at 09:50 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Dalglish, Keegan, Rush, Hansen, Clemence, Torres.

    Where does Steven Gerrard's name rank among the greatest names to wear the famous red shirt of Liverpool?

    Have your say and get in touch via #bbcsportsday, external text 81111 or get in touch on the BBC Sport Facebook, external page.

  4. Houghton on Gerrardpublished at 09:45 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Former Liverpool midfielder Ray Houghton on BBC Radio 5 live earlier: "It must have been a huge decision for Steven but it is sad for him because he has been a fantastic servant for the club. He has seen some of the tough times as well as the good times.

    "To go out season after season shows the character of the player. He has been first class."

  5. John Aldridge on Steven Gerrardpublished at 09:42 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge on Steven Gerrard on BBC Radio 5 live: "I always knew he was going to be a star. I've been watching Liverpool for 50 years and he is the best player I have ever seen.

    "Someone like Kenny Dalglish was different class but my logic is when Kenny played all 11 players were superstars but Steven has played with some basic, ordinary footballers who wouldn't have gotten into Kenny's reserve team.

    "He has given me some of the best moments watching football. The one moment that says everything about him was against West Ham in the FA Cup final in 2006. We were gone but he went and scored the best goal I have ever seen and we won on penalties."

  6. Get involvedpublished at 09:40 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    More of your reaction to Steven Gerrard's decision to leave Liverpool via #bbcsportsday, external

    Peter Schotsman: Steven Gerrard is the reason I started watching the EPL. Great ambassador for English football. Greetings from Holland.

    Mohit Pasritcha: Seeing the Number 8 shirt without "Gerrard" on the back is going to be strange next season. The start of a new era?

    Rishi Verma: Gerrard has earned the right to decide where his future lies. He owes @LFC nothing and vice versa

  7. Liverpool owners on Gerrardpublished at 09:36 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    John W Henry and Tom WernerImage source, Getty Images

    John W Henry and Tom Werner on Gerrard: "His contribution to the club is almost beyond measure and it's testimony to his influence, that despite Liverpool having such a long and distinguished list of legendary figures, the name Steven Gerrard will always be at the summit.

    "Another emotion that resonates today is respect; a respect not just for his achievements but also the decision he and his family have reached.

    "Steven will always have a part to play for this club, as and when the time comes that he wishes to return. We all wish him well in this endeavour and look forward to welcoming him back to Anfield in the future, when the time is appropriate."

  8. Liverpool owners on Gerrardpublished at 09:32 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Liverpool's owner John W Henry and chairman Tom Werner have described Steven Gerrard's contribution as "beyond measure" and say he will always have a place at the club.

    "This news stirs many strong emotions for all of us connected with the club," they said in a statement.

    "There is sadness that such a great player and person is leaving and won't be playing for Liverpool beyond this season.

    "But there is also a sense of celebration and gratitude, that we've all been privileged to watch and work with one of the true greats, not just of this club, but the game in general."

  9. Gerrard departure: The full storypublished at 09:29 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Steven Gerrard fansImage source, AFP

    Read the full story on confirmation in the last half an hour that Steven Gerrard will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.

    We'll bring you more reaction to the news here on Sportsday.

    Keep your thoughts coming on his decision via #bbcsportsday, external text 81111 or leave a comment on the BBC Sport Facebook, external page.

  10. Rodgers on Gerrardpublished at 09:23 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Brendan Rodgers and Steven GerrardImage source, Getty Images

    More from Brendan Rodgers on Steven Gerrard: "People better placed than me to judge have said Steven is Liverpool's greatest ever player; when you look at the company he is in, that is some statement.

    "We of course will miss him, both on the field of play and in his capacity as club captain, but his influence will live on and we wish him nothing but joy and success wherever he chooses to go next.

    "Until that moment arrives I will continue to enjoy working with Steven Gerrard the man and Steven Gerrard the player, one of the greatest we have seen."

  11. Rodgers on Gerrardpublished at 09:20 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    More from Brendan Rodgers on Steven Gerrard: "As a player he is immense and the influence he has on games should never be understated. At times he has carried this club on his back and in my time here he has always shown the ability that has rightly seen him be regarded as one of the world's best for well over a decade.

    "As a leader and as a man, he is probably incomparable to anyone I have ever worked with. He takes professionalism to a new level and the dedication he has to his work is an example to everyone in the game.

    "He is also someone who has always put the club and team ahead of himself and I think that will ultimately be his legacy."

  12. Gerrard: Your callpublished at 09:18 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    BBC Radio 5 live

    Just a reminder that Your Call has started over on BBC Radio 5 live and the lines are now open for you to have your say on Steven Gerrard.

    John Aldridge will be among the guests reacting to the midfielder's career both with club and country.

    Get in touch by calling 0500 909693, text 85058 or Tweet @bbc5live, external

  13. Brendan Rodgers on Gerrardpublished at 09:16 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Brendan Rodgers and Steven GerrardImage source, Getty Images

    Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says it is an 'impossible task' to find the words to sum up Steven Gerrard's contribution to Liverpool.

    "This is an era where the word 'legend' is vastly overused, but in his case it actually doesn't do him justice," said Rodgers.

    "From a personal point of view I will always have gratitude for the support he gave me, when I arrived here as manager.

    "Steven came to see me and promised he would be 100 per cent behind me and do everything he could to help as we looked to introduce new ideas and a new way of working. He wasn't just true to his word, he vastly exceeded it."

  14. Steven Gerrard statementpublished at 09:14 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Liverpool captain Steven GerrardImage source, PA

    A final few words from Steven Gerrard's statement: "One point that is important to make is that from now until the last kick of the last game of the season, I will be as fully committed to the team as I ever have been and giving everything I have to help Liverpool win games.

    "My final message is for the people who make Liverpool Football Club the greatest in the world - the supporters.

    "It has been a privilege to represent you, as a player and as captain. I have cherished every second of it and it is my sincere wish to finish this season and my Liverpool career on a high."

  15. Steven Gerrard statementpublished at 09:11 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Liverpool captain Steven GerrardImage source, AP

    Steven Gerrard continues: "My decision is completely based on my wish to experience something different in my career and life and I also want to make sure that I have no regrets when my playing career is eventually over.

    "I can't thank Brendan, the owners and everyone at the club enough for how they've handled this and I am leaving on great terms. Also, I would like to thank my team-mates and all the staff for their help and continued support.

    "It is a very special place to be part of. It is my sincere hope and wish that one day I can return to serve Liverpool again, in whatever capacity best helps the club."

  16. Steven Gerrard statementpublished at 09:10 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    More from Steven Gerrard's statement issued via the club: "Liverpool Football Club has been such a huge part of all our lives for so long and saying goodbye is going to be difficult, but I feel it's something that's in the best interests of all involved, including my family and the club itself.

    "I'm going to carry on playing and although I can't confirm at this stage where that will be, I can say it will be somewhere that means I won't be playing for a competing club and will not therefore be lining up against Liverpool - that is something I could never contemplate."

  17. Steven Gerrard statementpublished at 09:08 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Steven Gerrard on his departure from Liverpool via a club statement: "This has been the toughest decision of my life and one which both me and my family have agonised over for a good deal of time.

    "I am making the announcement now so that the manager and the team are not distracted by stories or speculation about my future."

  18. Liverpool statement on Gerrardpublished at 09:06 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Here's some of Liverpool's statement confirming Steven Gerrard's decision to leave the club in the summer:

    "The Reds captain will bring the curtain down on a glittering Anfield career that has spanned nearly 17 years and included 10 trophies, as well as 695 appearances and 180 goals to date since joining the club's youth system aged eight.

    "Gerrard will not retire from professional football at the conclusion of the 2014-15 season. No decision on his new club has been made yet, but he will continue his career outside the United Kingdom and at a side that will not bring him into direct competition with Liverpool."

  19. Gerrard departure confirmedpublished at 09:01 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    Liverpool captain Steven GerrardImage source, @LFC

    Liverpool FC tweet:, external #LFC can confirm that Steven Gerrard is to leave the club at the end of the 2014-15 season #LFCicon

    More to follow.

  20. Top 10 FA Cup third-round momentspublished at 08:54 Greenwich Mean Time 2 January 2015

    FA Cup third round shocksImage source, Getty Images

    Just as you catch your breath from a Christmas packed full of Premier League and Football League action, the FA Cup returns from this evening with the third round.

    From Ronnie Radford's rocket to Mickey Thomas's memorable strike, the FA Cup third round is rich with moments of David downing Goliath.

    With a handful of non-league sides having battled through to this stage of the competition, this is the round when minnows can make a mockery of their lowly position and create their own slice of cup history.

    With the help of veteran commentator John Motson, BBC Radio 5 live will be counting down the top 10 FA Cup third-round shocks in a special show to be broadcast this evening at 21:00 GMT.

    Throughout the day we'll be running through all 10. You can read about them here.