Ex-Roma defenfer John Arne Riise has described what it was like to play alongside Captain Francesco Totti, comparing him with Steven Gerrard.

The 36 year old, who now plays in the Indian Super League, was at Roma between 2008 and 2011 after spending seven years playing for Liverpool.

"Totti is God in Rome. Gerrard is 'Captain Fantasic' in Liverpool," Riise told Goal.com

"They're different players.

Ex-Roma defenfer John Arne Riise has described what it was like to play alongside Captain Francesco Totti, comparing him with Steven Gerrard.

The 36 year old, who now plays in the Indian Super League, was at Roma between 2008 and 2011 after spending seven years playing for Liverpool.

"Totti is God in Rome. Gerrard is 'Captain Fantasic' in Liverpool," Riise told Goal.com

"They're different players.

"Gerrard was the more complete player. He had everything – power, stamina, shooting, heading, passing – and could play in different positions.

"Totti was a God. Technically he was a genius, tactically he was very good. He's a great person and gave his all on the pitch.

"They're the two best players I've played with." 

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