Steve Bruce was named Newcastle manager last summer, following in the footsteps of the much-loved Rafa Benitez, and he clearly had a big job on his hands.

Liverpool are among the European heavyweights hoping for more Champions League glory this year and that was also the case back on this day in 2008.

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has confirmed he and the board "are in it together" as they look set to offer the England coach a fresh contract.