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Benitez to Stick As Title Stakes Rise

Benitez to Stick As Title Stakes Rise

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes he can win the Barclays Premier League title with the players he has got. 7 Jan 2009
Gerrard Gets Benitez Backing

Gerrard Gets Benitez Backing

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has given his support to Steven Gerrard after the midfielder returned to training after being charged with assault and affray following an incident in a bar in Southport earlier this week. 2 Jan 2009
Liverpool Hopeful of Two Key Comebacks

Liverpool Hopeful of Two Key Comebacks

Rafael Benitez is close to a return to the Liverpool dugout while striker Fernando Torres is also inching his way towards a comeback. 24 Dec 2008
Plan In Place At Liverpool Despite No 'Main Man'

Plan In Place At Liverpool Despite No 'Main Man'

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez's absence from the club will not hamper their preparations for the crucial Barclays Premier League match against Arsenal on Sunday, according to Sammy Lee. 17 Dec 2008
Benitez Set for Minor Op

Benitez Set for Minor Op

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is to undergo minor surgery after being taken to hospital suffering from kidney stones. 16 Dec 2008
Benitez: Home Struggles Hurting Reds

Benitez: Home Struggles Hurting Reds

Rafael Benitez admitted his bitter disappointment at Liverpool squandering more home points following their 2-2 draw with Hull. 14 Dec 2008
Benitez Delighted With Young Stars

Benitez Delighted With Young Stars

Rafael Benitez hailed Liverpool's young brigade as they produced a compelling victory that made the Spaniard a record breaker. 10 Dec 2008
'Contract Talks Not About Money'

'Contract Talks Not About Money'

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez has hit out at claims he has demanded a massive pay rise in negotiations over a new contract. 9 Dec 2008
Benitez: We Can Handle Life At the Top

Benitez: We Can Handle Life At the Top

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez saw his side cement their place at the top of the Premier League and insisted: "We can manage the pressure.'' 8 Dec 2008
Benitez Backs Misfiring Keane

Benitez Backs Misfiring Keane

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez insists misfiring striker Robbie Keane will overcome his current crisis in form. 3 Dec 2008
Benitez Concerned By Impatient Liverpool

Benitez Concerned By Impatient Liverpool

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez admits he will have to get the best out of Steven Gerrard's partnership with Fernando Torres for the side to have a genuine impact on the final stages of the Champions League. 28 Nov 2008
Record-Breaking Rafa Hungrier Than Ever

Record-Breaking Rafa Hungrier Than Ever

Rafael Benitez is intent on writing his own chapter in Liverpool's history as he eclipses the great Bill Shankly in tomorrow's Champions League clash with Marseille. 26 Nov 2008
Benitez: Focus on Marseille

Benitez: Focus on Marseille

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has told his players to focus on Wednesday's Champions League clash against Marseille and forget the frustrating draw with Fulham. 25 Nov 2008
Benitez Warns Liverpool Fans

Benitez Warns Liverpool Fans

Rafael Benitez has warned Liverpool fans about gloating too soon over the Anfield side's eight point lead over champions Manchester United. 11 Nov 2008
Rafa Taking No Chances

Rafa Taking No Chances

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez insists he will not "take any risks" on whether Fernando Torres should face his old club Atletico Madrid in the Champions League overnight. 4 Nov 2008
Benitez Ready for Crunch Double-Header

Benitez Ready for Crunch Double-Header

Rafael Benitez is confident his unbeaten Liverpool side have the mental strength to emerge triumphantly from two crucial games in five days. 21 Oct 2008