Premier League legend reveals how he beat Sami Hyypia in the air

EXCLUSIVE: Sami Hyypia cemented his status as one of the best defenders of his generation, but in an astonishing moment, a Premier League star beat him in the air to score a last-minute equalizer for his team.

As brilliant as the Finish icon was, on this occasion, he was outfoxed by a player renowned for his sublime finishing instincts.

SEVILLE, SPAIN – SEPTEMBER 13: Liverpool captain Jamie Carragher barks orders to team-mate Sami Hyypia during a second half onslaught by Real Betis during the UEFA Champions League Group G match between Real Betis and Liverpool at the Estadio Ruiz de Lopera on September 13, 2005 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Clinton Morrison beat Sami Hyypia in the air

In his esteemed career, Clinton Morrison had many a fantastic moment, but perhaps none were sweeter than the time he leapt higher than Sami Hyypia.

In an exclusive interview with Sporf, via Free Bets, he reminisced: “That was brilliant. We were 2-0 down at Anfield, and I’d not long just gone to Birmingham. It was a big move to go to the Premier League.

“I just remember Stern John crossing the ball, and I made it 2-1, and in the last kick of the game, Stan Lazaridis, who had a great left foot, whipped a ball into the box.

“I got in front of Sami Hyypia. He was one of the best defenders and fantastic in the air, but because the ball was whipped in with so much pace, the timing of my run was perfect. I just put it past Jerzy Dudek and into that far corner.

“It was surreal scenes. I ran to celebrate with the fans, the manager, the players. It was brilliant because Liverpool were outstanding. When you score two goals at Anfield, it’s always a great feeling because it’s one of the best stadiums to play football.”

Clinton Morrison opens up about playing against Ronaldo

While Morrison excelled in the club game, he also made an impact on the international scene, representing the Republic of Ireland.

Blessed with monstrous physical strength and an innate eye for goal, the striker amassed the love of the supporters with his performances on the field.

On a day he’ll never forget, the gifted finisher put in a Man of the Match-winning display against a Brazilian side stacked with legends.

During his interview with Sporf, Morrison revealed what it was really like to play against Ronaldo.

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