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Liverpool have been no stranger to iconic European nights, with Steven Gerrard often playing a big part in them.

There is however one European night in particular that is often forgotten when reflecting on Gerrard’s career, and that is Liverpool’s 4-0 hammering of Real Madrid back in March 2009.

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Liverpool and Real Madrid have had a number of iconic encounters in Europe – with their 2009 matchup no doubt still living fresh in the minds of Reds supporters 16 years to the day.

The two sides would meet in the last 16 of the Champions League, with Los Blancos visiting Anfield, 1-0 behind in the tie – after Yossi Benayoun’s winner at the Bernabeu.

With the likes of Raul, Sergio Ramos and Arjen Robben lining up for Madrid on the night, many expected a tough evening for the Reds.

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The likes of Torres and Javier Mascherano would dazzle on the night, but it was Gerrard’s performance that would ultimately catch the attention of Madrid.

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Former Madrid manager Benitez labelled Gerrard as the best he’s coached and it seems like Los Blancos also recognised the Liverpool legend’s talents after their Anfield demolition.

A year on from their Merseyside defeat, Madrid would actually try to sign Gerrard – with Jose Mourinho targeting a move for the midfielder.

Speaking with former teammate Jamie Carragher, Gerrard reflected on the Madrid interest in 2020, claiming the Spanish giants wanted him to force through a move.