Democratic nominee Gore, who was also campaigning in Michigan, said he felt "in some ways joyful" at the sight of demonstrators in Yugoslavia, but said the joy was tempered by the "volatile situation" in Belgrade.

CNN: Gore, Bush say Milosevic should yield to protesters

"I reached some of my lowest lows and also some of my most joyful moments, " said Briganti, 56, who became a Catholic priest 30 years ago.

CNN: Specials

However, any notion that the Reds are in a false position was for the most part dispelled, especially in the first half, by a joyful Blackpool side that blended a work-rate and commitment with some slick passing to celebrate a first win at Anfield since 1967.

BBC: Sport - Football - Liverpool 1-2 Blackpool