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‘Worst game of my career’ – Liverpool emergency transfer even shocked the player

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Now we have to get into the next round with the players we have available.”Caulker made just four appearances during his time at Liverpool, amounting to only a handful of minutes in the Premier League, with the defender infamously being utilised as a makeshift striker on each occasion, including the thrilling 3-3 home draw with Arsenal in which he played a part in Joe Allen's 90th-minute equaliser.His only start, and only appearance at centre-back, came in an FA Cup draw with West Ham United at the end of January, while two unused substitute appearances in February were the closest he came to featuring during the remainder of his temporary Reds career.Caulker later admitted: "I'm not sure he (Klopp) actually knew me when I signed. Whether I was his signing or the club's signing, I'm not sure."It's actually really interesting...



I played for Southampton against Liverpool. I had, officially, the worst game of my career.

We got a late equaliser... not because of me but whatever, I played my part, I was on the pitch... just amazing."It was a great experience, and I’m grateful to have had those minutes up front and to have got the equalizer against Arsenal - what a moment."After his spell at Anfield, Caulker spent time with a variety of clubs. It’s been a rollercoaster, to say the least.“Today, I am very grateful for having experienced both sides of the coin, as it has helped me grow as a person.“I would like to take this moment to thank everybody who has supported me along the way: family, friends, coaches and fans.“I look forward to now focusing full-time on my coaching and using all my experiences to help guide the next generation.