Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard admits he desperately missed playing while out injured.
Gerrard came back with a bang on Saturday, scoring in the 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
"I didn't realise what I had until it was taken away from me for so long," said Gerrard. "So I am delighted to be back and be able to experience the emotion of big games again.
"It has been a frustrating six months watching the lads from the stands and I much prefer to be out there having an impact on the game.
"It would have been the perfect day if my goal had been the winner but it wasn't to be."