Finn-ishing on a High Note

Come this Sunday, it will probably be the last of appearance of what Anfield had seen as one of the best defenders in the modern game. Sami Hyypia, the Finn, will finish his career at Liverpool as a reliable, consistent and dedicated stalwart in a distinguished career span of 10 years at Anfield.

















When he came in back in 1999, people were all asking the same question: "Sami who?" Bought from Dutch outfit Willem II for a mere 2.6 mil pounds, he had so far surpassed that value. Looking at the current squad of Liverpool, he was now the only survivor of former manager Gerard Houllier's buys. And what a buy he is. Forming the undisputed partnership with former reds defender, Stephan Henchoz and then the current vice-captain, Jamie Carragher, he has propelled, albeit almost unnoticed and stealthy dedicated performance, Liverpool to many trophies, including the famous Treble in 2001 and 2005 Champions League throphy.













In his younger days.















Eyes on the Cup. He got it after putting in a magnificent performance.

Apart from his formidable defending, he is also an advantage in providing goals in from corners. A great asset with commanding aerial ability and good reading of the game. It is no surprise that he helped Liverpool to so many clean sheets and sometimes deciding goals in critical matches.

A "legend", a "perfect professional", a "magnificent servant". All these tags and tributes cannot describe enough of his service for the Reds. In fact, he has been one of the most inspiring imports and one of the greatest players that had donned the red shirt.