Red on Red 2025: Liverpool vs Man Utd Legends

October 02, 2025

The football world’s most anticipated legends’ clash is set to ignite Hong Kong as Red on Red: Gerrard 11 vs Rio 11 arrives at the magnificent Kai Tak Stadium on October 18, 2025. This spectacular match promises to recreate one of English football’s most iconic rivalries, bringing together Liverpool and Manchester United legends in a showdown that will captivate football fans across Asia and beyond.

The Ultimate Rivalry Returns

At the heart of this extraordinary event are two legends who defined their respective clubs during the most competitive era in Premier League history. Steven Gerrard, Liverpool’s iconic captain and midfield maestro, will face off against Rio Ferdinand, Manchester United’s defensive stalwart and six-time Premier League champion.

Steven Gerrard: Liverpool’s Captain Fantastic

Steven Gerard’s legacy at Liverpool is nothing short of legendary. During his 17-year career at Anfield, the midfielder made 710 appearances and scored 186 goals, becoming the embodiment of Liverpool Football Club. His career highlights include the unforgettable 2005 Champions League triumph in Istanbul, where his towering header sparked one of football’s greatest comebacks against AC Milan.

Gerrard’s achievements at Liverpool include:

9 major trophies including the Champions League (2005)
2 FA Cups (2001, 2006) and 3 League Cups
UEFA Cup winner (2001)
114 England caps with 21 international goals
PFA Player of the Year (2006)

The 2006 FA Cup Final has since been dubbed “The Gerrard Final” in honor of his exceptional performance, including his dramatic 35-yard equalizer in the dying minutes. Despite never winning the Premier League title, Gerrard remains Liverpool’s most beloved modern captain and one of the greatest midfielders in football history.

Rio Ferdinand: Manchester United’s Defensive Colossus

Rio Ferdinand’s arrival at Old Trafford in 2002 for a then-British record fee of £30 million marked the beginning of Manchester United’s most successful era. The elegant center-back revolutionized the defensive role with his exceptional ball-playing ability, pace, and tactical intelligence.

Ferdinand’s remarkable achievements at United include:

6 Premier League titles (2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013)
1 Champions League victory (2008)
3 League Cups and multiple Community Shields
81 England caps representing his country at three World Cups
Premier League Hall of Fame inductee (2023)

Ferdinand’s partnership with Nemanja Vidić formed one of the most formidable defensive duos in Premier League history, helping United achieve domestic and European success throughout the 2000s and early 2010s.

The Liverpool vs Manchester United Rivalry: A Tale of Two Cities

The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester United extends far beyond football, rooted in the industrial competition between their respective cities during the 19th century. Liverpool’s dominance as a port city was challenged when Manchester opened the Manchester Ship Canal in 1894, creating economic tensions that eventually spilled onto the football pitch.

In 243 competitive meetings spanning over a century, the two clubs have produced some of English football’s most memorable encounters:

Manchester United wins: 91
Liverpool wins: 82
Draws: 70

The rivalry reached new heights during the mid-1960s when Bill Shankly’s Liverpool and Sir Matt Busby’s Manchester United traded league titles in four successive seasons. Liverpool then dominated the 1970s and 1980s with 11 league titles in 20 years, before Sir Alex Ferguson’s United responded with unprecedented success in the Premier League era.

Star-Studded Lineups Confirmed

The organizers have revealed an impressive roster of legendary players who will participate in this historic clash:

Gerrard 11 (Liverpool Legends)

Steven Gerrard - Captain and midfield legend
Michael Owen - Ballon d'Or winner in Liverpool
Jerzy Dudek - Goalkeeper hero of Istanbul 2005
Sami Hyypiä - Finnish defensive rock
John Arne Riise - Norwegian left-back with thunderous left foot
Vladimír Šmicer - Czech midfielder from Istanbul triumph
Patrik Berger - Key player in Liverpool’s 2001 treble
Luis García - Spanish magician
Florent Sinama-Pongolle - French striker
Phil Babb - Irish defender
Antonio Núñez - Spanish winger

Rio 11 (Manchester United Legends)

Rio Ferdinand - Captain and defensive maestro
Nemanja Vidić - Ferdinand’s legendary defensive partner
Dimitar Berbatov - Bulgarian striker with silky skills
Michael Carrick - Heartbeat as Midfield anchor
Louis Saha - French striker who made 86 appearances for United
Wes Brown - Academy graduate and versatile defender
Nicky Butt - Midfield enforcer from Class of ’92
Tomasz Kuszczak - Polish goalkeeper
Keith Gillespie - Northern Irish winger
Eric Djemba-Djemba - Cameroonian midfielder
José Kléberson - Brazilian World Cup winner
Danny Simpson - English defender

Jersey Collection Opportunities

For collectors and fans attending the match, this presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire authentic memorabilia from both clubs’ legendary eras. The participating players represent some of the most iconic periods in Liverpool and Manchester United history, making their match-worn or signed jerseys incredibly valuable collectibles.

At Double Kick Football, we understand the significance of these legendary encounters and the lasting value of authentic football memorabilia. Whether you’re looking for vintage Liverpool jerseys from the Gerrard era or classic Manchester United shirts from Ferdinand’s trophy-laden years, our collection celebrates the rich history of English football’s greatest rivalry.