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    Liverpool lagging behind in Academy stakes

    By Wayne Veysey

    Tuesday, November 3, 2009

    Liverpool's second Carling Cup knockout in three seasons at the hands of Arsenal's army of high-flying young Gunners cast uncomfortable light once again on the Merseysiders' success in identifying and nurturing young talent. Rafael Benitez's mix of fringe squad players and hopeful youngsters were no match for the composure and swagger of Arsene Wenger's fearless kids. So, why is a club that unearthed a fistful of home-grown gems in the 1990s (Steve McManaman, Robbie Fowler, Michael Owen, Ste ...

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