I dont think it's anti-americanism. It's very simpler than that 'Scousers rule the world" - i.e. they decide who should own their club. There might be some other professional sports league in the world but that aint mean nothing to Liverpool fans, because Liverpool is not just a professional football team for them, it's a kind of religion and family tradition passed down from generation to generation. Now that's the reason which i doubt would make any sense to American MLS/NFL/NBA fan...here people just dont choose and pick their favourite team; they are born into their favourite football team.

Chris Johnson, St. Helens, Merseyside

Its more of a case of the whole situation turning into chaos, rather than any singular fault. The fact Mr.Hicks and Mr. Gillett went against their word on the refinancing of Liverpool FC (putting the club into debt) was not well welcomed. The cantagorous reviewing of the stadium plans further added too the frustration of Liverpool fans. The high coverage within the English Media about the now apparent, fallings out, between the Gillett and Hicks camps has been far too public. Hicks frank admission about discussions with Jurgen Klinsmann further added too the disgust of Liverpool fans. The fact they are running the business abroad doesnt help matters either, they need a permanent solution.

In defence of the American owners, they have put up with some rather extreme abuse from hardcore fans. Full credit too them for continuing business. But its pretty fair too say the relationship between the club and the owners has just not worked , which is more than likely why they will both move on.

Ben, Bath, UK

well with hicks not showing up, we will only have to worry about arsenal!!. that is fine by me!! GO LIVERPOOL

Alfre, Buenos aires, Argentina

I think you Liverpool fans should get over yourselves. Contrary to what you might believe, there are other professional sports leagues around the world that have fans who quite passionate about them. You castigate Tom Hicks for daring to appear at a game, then you villify him for not appearing. What a sorry lot you all are.

Rod, Toronto,

Will someone explain why Liverpool fans hate Hicks so much? Would Dubai be better owners? Hicks wants to build you a gleaming new stadium. Is it simple anti-Americanism or something more tangilbe related to his running of the team? Please educate me.

JT, Austin, TX, USA

Well said Kris...we all have to keep the pressure up on Hicks...so that he will finaly understand that we don't want him arround or involved regardless of any other option.

Jas, Birmingham,

...shows how committed this guy is...potentially a season breaking game either way and he cant be bothered to be here. All because of a season opener, priorities arent in this mans vocabulary.

Do us all a favour Tom stay over there, dont bother coming back!

Kris, Bristol,