Alex Scott claims Liverpool's Gerrard is better than Beckham

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Alex Scott claims Liverpool's Gerrard is better than Beckham
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Alex Scott recently asserted that Steven Gerrard was a better midfielder than David Beckham during a ranking of England midfielders. Scott placed Gerrard first, followed by Paul Scholes and Frank Lampard. While discussing Liverpool's storied past, Scott highlighted Gerrard's loyalty and contributions to the club, where he played 710 games and scored 342 goals. The comparison to Gerrard arose amidst current discussions about Liverpool's midfield, suggesting that the present players could learn from his legacy.

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  • Alex Scott ranked Steven Gerrard above David Beckham.
  • Gerrard played 710 games for Liverpool, scoring 342 goals.
  • Scott's comments highlight Liverpool's need for midfield inspiration.
  • Current players are being compared to Gerrard's legacy.
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  • 5:35 PMYahoo SportsAlex Scott says Liverpool had an even better player than David Beckham
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Over the years, Liverpool have had a lot of world-class players. Recently, they've , Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz all being signed by the club.However, in the past, they've also had some impressiv...

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