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Reds' Glory Days a Distant Memory

Reds' Glory Days a Distant Memory

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez will argue his strategy was going exactly to plan at Old Trafford until the intervention of referee Howard Webb but in truth the Merseysiders are nowhere near where they want - or need - to be. 22 Mar 2010
Benitez Unhappy Over United Penalty

Benitez Unhappy Over United Penalty

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez felt Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia dived to win an equalising penalty in his side's 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford. 22 Mar 2010
Benitez Sounds Cautious Note

Benitez Sounds Cautious Note

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes his side are more than capable of winning the Europa League but he will not allow his players to get ahead of themselves. 19 Mar 2010
Riera Explains Benitez Criticism

Riera Explains Benitez Criticism

Liverpool winger Albert Riera has attempted to play down comments made in the Spanish media in which he heavily criticised Reds manager Rafael Benitez. 19 Mar 2010
Riera Lashes Out At Benitez

Riera Lashes Out At Benitez

Albert Riera has voiced his frustration at his situation at Liverpool and hit out at manager Rafael Benitez. 18 Mar 2010
Benitez - Lille Different Proposition to Pompey

Benitez - Lille Different Proposition to Pompey

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has warned fans not to expect a repeat of their morale-boosting 4-1 victory over Portsmouth when Lille arrive at Anfield for their Europa League last-16 second leg tie. 18 Mar 2010
Reds Come First for Benitez

Reds Come First for Benitez

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has dismissed speculation about his future by insisting the real issue is on the pitch. 16 Mar 2010
Benitez: Every Week Is Important

Benitez: Every Week Is Important

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez accepts it is "win at all costs" for the remainder of their season but he is not placing any special significance on the week ahead. 15 Mar 2010
Benitez: I'm Not Feeling the Pressure

Benitez: I'm Not Feeling the Pressure

Two defeats in four days have once again brought Rafael Benitez's position under scrutiny, but the Liverpool manager insists he is not feeling the pressure. 14 Mar 2010
Benitez Confident Despite Defeat

Benitez Confident Despite Defeat

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez insists his side can still progress in the Europa League despite a 1-0 defeat in their last 16 first leg against Lille. 12 Mar 2010
McLeish Warns Benitez Over Diving

McLeish Warns Benitez Over Diving

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has warned recalled striker Christian Benitez to cut out the diving ahead of Saturday's home meeting with Everton. 12 Mar 2010
Allardyce: I Get Under Rafa's Skin

Allardyce: I Get Under Rafa's Skin

SAM Allardyce claims Rafa Benitez's criticism of him is a cover-up for how bad Liverpool are and claims the Reds have all but blown their chance of finishing in the top four. 12 Mar 2010
Benitez Wants to See 'Real Liverpool'

Benitez Wants to See 'Real Liverpool'

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has told his players to tackle tomorrow's Europa League last-16 first-leg tie against Lille as if it was their "most important game of the season". 11 Mar 2010
Benitez Leaps to Gerrard Defence

Benitez Leaps to Gerrard Defence

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has defended Steven Gerrard following allegations the midfielder made a V sign towards referee Andre Marriner during the defeat by Wigan. 10 Mar 2010
Benitez Demands More From Reds

Benitez Demands More From Reds

An angry Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has told his players they have to show more desire, determination and self-belief if they are to stand a chance of securing Champions League football next season. 10 Mar 2010
Benitez Won't Give Up on Fourth

Benitez Won't Give Up on Fourth

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez vowed to carry on fighting in the club's battle for Champions League football despite suffering a significant blow in the 1-0 defeat at Wigan last night. 9 Mar 2010