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Liverpool defender Daniel Agger admits he played through the pain barrier against Chelsea

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Tuesday 13 November 2012 13:36, UK

Daniel Agger: Played against Chelsea despite suffering groin injury
Image: Daniel Agger: Played against Chelsea despite suffering groin injury

Liverpool defender Daniel Agger admits he should have rested a groin problem against Chelsea at the weekend but played because of illness to Martin Skrtel.

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Meanwhile, Agger has been named Denmark's Player of the Year for the second time. The classy central defender was delighted to scoop the award after a successful year for club and country. "Winning this award is one of the greatest things you can achieve as a Danish footballer," added Agger. "I'm really committed to spending all my time involved in football. "I have to admit that there were times when I doubted that I would ever stand here. "I have been down and out with injuries but awards like this make me want to keep going. "It is my attitude that means I am standing in this position."

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