Masch makes trophy vow

Liverpool midfielder determined to claim glory next term

By James Dall   Last updated: 19th May 2008

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Javier Mascherano has voiced his determination to ensure Liverpool do not finish another season empty-handed.

The Reds failed to claim silverware this term to leave the Anfield club without a trophy since they lifted the FA Cup in 2006.

But Mascherano, who penned a four-year contract with Liverpool in February, has vowed to claim glory in the 2007/08 campaign.

"It is a matter of great pride for me to represent the famous name of Liverpool," he told the Liverpool Echo.

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"I want to play my part in making this club even more successful. I want to ensure this is the last season without a trophy for a long time.

"We had a season which had many highlights but also left us with a feeling that maybe we could have achieved more.

"There are some important lessons we must think about as a team during the summer months and learn before we come back for next season, on top of our own individual thoughts.

"We lost too many points at home - we can't do that next year. We lost too many late goals and didn't kill teams off sometimes when we had the chances."