LA Galaxy midfielder Steven Gerrard calls Ashley Cole ‘best left back on the earth’

STEVEN GERRARD called LA Galaxy team-mate Ashley Cole the "best left back on the earth"; even though he may have ended his career.

The former Arsenal defender saw his penalty saved to send the Californians crashing out of the MLS play-offs.

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After the game, Cole apologised to his pal on social media.

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He wrote: “Thank you to my team mates and everyone involved with LA Galaxy, and a special thanks and apology to the legend that is Steven Gerrard.

"I don’t know whats going to happen but it’s been a pleasure to play alongside you for club and country a true gent, now time for family”

And Gerrard - who was on target in the shootout defeat - seems to have accepted his apology.

Posting a picture of the pair on Instagram, he wrote: "Best left back on the 🌎"

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Ex-Liverpool skipper Gerro, 36, is out of contract at the end of the season and considering retirement.

But Galaxy chief Bruce Arena is desperate to keep him, as well as Republic of Ireland international Robbie Keane.

He said: "We were honoured to have Stevie here as well as Robbie and are hopeful they continue to be part of our club."

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Steven Gerrard wants to continue his playing career when his contract at LA Galaxy expires

In January, Gerrard told the : "I'm not 100 per cent sure but I think it will probably be my last year as a player.

"I have had a chat with Klopp. The club have let me know they're keen for me to come back."