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Benitez Tight-Lipped on Keane Omission

Benitez Tight-Lipped on Keane Omission

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez brushed aside concerns over Robbie Keane's absence from yesterday's FA Cup tie with Everton - and was dismissive of Merseyside rival David Moyes' defensive tactics. 27 Jan 2009
Moyes Shrugs Off Benitez Blast

Moyes Shrugs Off Benitez Blast

DAVID Moyes has hit back at Rafael Benitez's stinging criticism over Everton's defensive tactics. 27 Jan 2009
Benitez Sees Bigger Picture

Benitez Sees Bigger Picture

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez is not worried that Manchester United have taken his team's top spot in the Barclays Premier League and maintains their title bid is still on track. 19 Jan 2009
Benitez Stands Firm Over Contract

Benitez Stands Firm Over Contract

RAFAEL Benitez's power struggle with the Liverpool hierarchy looks set to rumble on for some time after the Reds boss expressed his unhappiness with negotiations. 18 Jan 2009
Benitez Contract Blow For Reds

Benitez Contract Blow For Reds

RAFAEL Benitez has turned down Liverpool's new contract offer after being told he will not have overall control of transfer activity or a stronger influence on the running of the club's academy. 17 Jan 2009
Benitez Liverpool Future In Doubt

Benitez Liverpool Future In Doubt

LIVERPOOL are facing up to the threat of Rafael Benitez walking out on the club in 18 months after the Spaniard turned down a new contract. 17 Jan 2009
Brazilians Getting to Know Rafael

Brazilians Getting to Know Rafael

Manchester United's rising star Rafael is starting to become well known at home in Brazil following his magnificent display in stopping Robinho last year. 16 Jan 2009
Fergie: Rafa Claims Are 'Ridiculous'

Fergie: Rafa Claims Are 'Ridiculous'

SIR Alex Ferguson has accused Rafael Benitez of being "disturbed" following his amazing outburst. 12 Jan 2009
Benitez Very Close To New Deal

Benitez Very Close To New Deal

RAFAEL Benitez is "very close" to sealing a new contract extension with Liverpool, according to chief executive Rick Parry, 22 Dec 2008
Absent Benitez Has A Presence

Absent Benitez Has A Presence

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez's famous attention to detail has meant his absence at the club's Melwood training ground has not affected planning for this weekend's clash with Arsenal. 20 Dec 2008
Boy From Brazil Puts Neville Under Threat

Boy From Brazil Puts Neville Under Threat

Gary Neville will lead Manchester United into Champions League battle against Aalborg tomorrow - but the veteran defender's days as Sir Alex Ferguson's first-choice full-back are numbered. 10 Dec 2008
Benitez To Ring The Changes

Benitez To Ring The Changes

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez will make major changes for the side's final Champions League group D match in Holland and will not rule out resting his top stars. 7 Dec 2008
Benitez Hopes Rovers Back Ince

Benitez Hopes Rovers Back Ince

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez hopes he does not become responsible for Paul Ince losing his job at Blackburn. 6 Dec 2008
Reds Desperate To Avoid Slip-Ups

Reds Desperate To Avoid Slip-Ups

WITH Steven Gerrard talking of his "hunger" for the league title and boss Rafael Benitez close to agreeing a new contract, West Ham could find this is not the time to be trying to end a 45-year wait for a win at Anfield. 1 Dec 2008
Benitez: Reds Can Cope Without Gerrard

Benitez: Reds Can Cope Without Gerrard

RAFAEL Benitez would never accept that one man makes a team, even if that man is Steven Gerrard. 24 Nov 2008
Benitez Issues Torres Warning

Benitez Issues Torres Warning

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez has warned striker Fernando Torres he cannot expect a guaranteed place in the Reds' starting line-up. 17 Nov 2008

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