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Liverpool boss Rodgers hails Indonesian fans: We don't want to leave you!

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers admits he and his players loved Indonesia so much they're reluctant to leave!

The Reds beat an Indonesia XI 2-0 on Saturday, played out in a cauldron of noise and Kop anthems at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium.

"It is very humbling, I've got to say. You hear about how Liverpool is in Asia; but it's only when you come here that you recognise the sheer passion and love for the football club," Rodgers told LFC TV.

"The history of the club speaks for itself, but there are lots of modern supporters as well - young kids and families here. It has been great to see.

"They have obviously bought into the culture and the football family that is Liverpool. We have been treated remarkably well, the kindness that has been offered everywhere we have been has been absolutely first-class.

"It is sad to leave because they are so passionate and this is the first time the club has ever come here. I'm sure in the future we'll come out again. It's a wonderful occasion and a great experience for our players, staff, management and supporters to come here.

"Now we go onto the next leg and we're looking forward to Melbourne. We'll leave Indonesia with a heavy heart."

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