Crouch eager to send a message

Last updated : 17 August 2007 By Al Campbell
The Reds face rivals Chelsea in their first home game of the new season on Sunday. Crouch believes a win would show the rest of the Premiership that Liverpool are ready to play a part in the title race.

"Every game seems huge at the moment. We've had a good start at Villa, the Champions League was important, but the rivalry with Chelsea makes this another massive game, especially as it's our first at Anfield," said last season's top scorer.

"If we beat Chelsea we'll lay down a marker we can beat anyone. We feel that's true anyway, but want to prove that's the case on Sunday."