Berbatov and Messi are the bookmakers favourites to be the top scorer in the Champions League this season, but what do you think?

UEFA is to investigate a missile-throwing incident involving Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard and Marseille fans at Anfield on Wednesday night.

Gerrard was hit by an object – believed to be a cigarette lighter – as he prepared to take a corner in the first half of their 1-0 Champions League win.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez confirmed his captain was unhurt and praised him for not retaliating.

“He is a good professional. Steven did well not to react,” said Benitez.

A Liverpool spokesman added: “Uefa’s delegate is aware of what happened and it is now in his hands.”

Uefa’s spokesman at the game added: “The incident will be included in both the match delegate’s report and the referee’s report.”

Berbatov and Messi are the bookmakers favourites to be the top scorer in the Champions League this season, but what do you think?

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