1.  The returning coach slipped onto the field in relative peace and anonymity.

2.  The returning coach was more accustomed to working by himself, in the years before the invention of the clipboard.

3.  Two other returning coaches did make successful debuts.

4.  Even a tie would be good enough, but victory would be a huge bonus for the team and for the returning coach.

5.  The result also was another tonic for returning coach Houllier, back in charge of the team after six months recovery from major heart surgery.

6.  The result also was another tonic for returning coach Gerard Houllier, back in charge of the team after six months recovery from major heart surgery.