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Benitez empathises with Reds fans

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:52:57 +0000

Rafael Benitez insists he understands Liverpool fans' distress at the club's current plight, while re-affirming his commitment to the Reds.

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Rafael Benitez: I Will Make Liverpool Great Again (Goal.com)

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:24:15 +0000

Spaniard vows to "fight for Liverpool"...

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Bullish Benitez confident of glory

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:09:11 +0000

Rafael Benitez turned down other offers to sign his new Liverpool deal and is adamant that decision will be justified by success this season.

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Defiant Benitez vows to stay and fight for glory

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:00:42 +0000

Rafael Benitez has vowed to stay at Liverpool and restore the club to their place in Europe's elite. > >

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Liverpool Players Are Behind Rafael Benitez - Pepe Reina (Goal.com)

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:32:18 +0000

Reds squad believe in beleaguered Spaniard...

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Benitez wants answers from Babel

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:20:14 +0000

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez will demand an explanation from Ryan Babel over the Dutchman's recent comments about quitting Anfield.

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Liverpool MD: Benitez's job is 'under no threat'

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:44:28 +0000

Liverpool chief executive Christian Purslow insists Rafael Benitez's job is safe despite their Champions League exit.

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Benitez: Top-four finish is main aim

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:42:03 +0000

Rafael Benitez insists Liverpool will prioritise their bid to make a swift return to the Champions League over a tilt for Europa League glory.

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Rafael Benitez's Job At Liverpool 'Under No Threat' - Christian Purslow (Goal.com)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:05:16 +0000

No chop for Kop boss...

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Benitez 'under no threat' - Purslow

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:27:37 +0000

Liverpool chief executive Christian Purslow insists Rafael Benitez's job "is under no threat" despite the Reds' Champions League exit.

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Liverpool Boss Rafael Benitez: Champions League Exit Was Our 'Own Fault' (Goal.com)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:14:17 +0000

Rafa rues defensive lapses for early exit...

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Moment Of Truth: Two Weeks To Define The Future Of Liverpool FC?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:47:13 +0000

Countless words have been spoken and thousands of column inches written about Liverpool's season thus far. Topics ranging from Xabi Alonso's exit to Alberto Aquilani's fitness, and from Rafael Benitez's job to Jamie Carragher's form have ensured that they have rarely been off the back page in recent months. The reason for this is simple. A season that started with so much optimism threatens to implode before Christmas. Some may say it already has. But in Liverpool's two remaining Champions League ties, they have a chance to save the season and salvage hope of an unlikely revival. A common criticism of the Anfield faithful is that they live in the past, always referring to the days when they were the dominant force in football, and look to the future, with next year always seeming to be "their year". Is it because it is easier than living in the present? Wherever the fans choose to "live", the fact is that their club is in a perilous position. The upcoming match against Debrecen is ...

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Winger Babel considering leaving Liverpool

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:52:42 +0000

Liverpool winger Ryan Babel plans winter talks with Rafael Benitez - and is vowing to leave unless he plays more games. > >

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Benitez keeps Champions League faith

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:12:48 +0000

Rafael Benitez insists Liverpool can amaze Europe again and make sure of unlikely Champions League qualification.

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Rafael Benitez Hoping To Repeat Liverpool Miracles Ahead Of Debrecen Tie (Goal.com)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:56:13 +0000

Spanish boss looks to the past to inspire European escape...

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Benitez believes Liverpool can produce a miracle

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:09:46 +0000

Rafael Benitez insists Liverpool can amaze Europe again and make sure of unlikely Champions League qualification.

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The Monday Supplement: EPL Week 13 At a Glance: Spurs Win, Gunners Lose

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:29:09 +0000

The last time we had Premiership action, it finished with a David Ngog dive. Then we were bestowed with "the hand of Gaul" as France beat Ireland in the playoffs for the World Cup. So it was with great trepidation that we went back into the full scale battle that is the EPL. Chelsea once again showed that they are the team to beat this year, Arsenal's title credentials were left in tatters, and Liverpool continued to stumble. Chelsea 4-0 Wolves The Pensioners were without a number of first team players as they entertained Wolves at Stamford Bridge. If there was ever a game that was a simple paint by the numbers exercise, then this was it. Chelsea was so superior to Mick McCarthy's side that you almost thought they were playing a different sport. Florent Malouda got the first goal of the game after his 40 yard run to outside the Wolves box, his strike would still be travelling today if it was not for the net, it was that powerful. Michael Essien then scored a brace as Ancellotti took the ...

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Rafael Benitez 'Manipulates' Liverpool Fans - Jamie Redknapp (Goal.com)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:55:13 +0000

Spaniard's spin hides his real incompetence...

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Rafa 'manipulates' the fans - Redknapp

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:04:32 +0000

Former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp has questioned Rafael Benitez's management and claims that he manipulates the club's fans.

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Torres likely to miss derby date

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:36:46 +0000

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is resigned to being without Fernando Torres for next week's Merseyside derby with Everton.

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Thierry Henry handball can help Liverpool in Champions League - Rafael Benitez (Goal.com)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:32:16 +0000

Anfield boss hoping Lyon can restore France’s battered reputation

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Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez: Fernando Torres could miss Everton clash (Goal.com)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:41:14 +0000

'El Nino' still struggling for fitness...

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Benitez happy with result, Hughes frustrated

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:23:12 +0000

Rafael Benitez praised Liverpool's character and refused to criticise his side's performance, despite the Anfield club throwing away a 1-0 lead to record a fourth successive draw.

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Liverpool Boss Rafael Benitez Hails Miracle Cure (Goal.com)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:34:18 +0000

Liverpool manager defends use of Serbian clinic...

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Rafael Benitez confirms Liverpool's Glen Johnson received placenta treatment (Goal.com)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:13 +0000

Gerrard likely to feature.

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Rafa Benitez's Bargain Hunting Costing Liverpool Dearly

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:21:43 +0000

At the close of last season, it was thought that Liverpool were finally going to end the run which has seen them not lift the league trophy since the managerial tenure of Anfield legend Kenny Dalglish. Now, a mere 12 games into the new season, they seem to be out of the title race. Not only this, but Europe is looking grim as well. For Liverpool fans across the globe, this has come as a shock and has brought them back to earth to face the grim reality that the cost cutting measures of the financial crisis has meant that the club entered the new season under-prepared, unready and with a squad that is still far too reliant on two key players. The question here is whether the blame is solely Benitez's or if it is to do with the clubs ownership not being true blue reds. After all, can the American owners really understand the nature of the passion of Kop end regulars? Or any Liverpool fans for that matter? It is hard to imagine many of the premier leagues foreign owners really understanding ...

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Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez will not take 'any risks' with Alberto Aquilani (Goal.com)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:40:17 +0000

Summer recruit's first league start may be pushed back.

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Report: Liverpool Target Juventus Star Sebastian Giovinco (Goal.com)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:00:16 +0000

Reds boss Rafael Benitez has reportedly enquired after the ‘Atomic Ant’…

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Failure to land Barry haunts Benitez as Man City loom (Reuters)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:00:47 +0000

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez will get a close-up of the missing piece of his jigsaw puzzle on Saturday when Gareth Barry runs out for Manchester City at Anfield for a match with huge implications for both clubs.

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Future Is Bright For Liverpool - Rafael Benitez (Goal.com)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:58:13 +0000

Stars of tomorrow doing well, says the Spaniard...

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Rafael Benitez Still Aiming For Premier League Glory; Sheds Light On Liverpool's Gareth Barry And Robbie Keane Debacle (Goal.com)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:38:18 +0000

Rafa hoping for a turn in the tide...

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Rafa desperate for domestic glory

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:40:29 +0000

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has insisted he would rather win the Premier League trophy than another Champions League title.

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Benitez would cherish Premier League over Europe

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:20:22 +0000

Rafael Benitez has admitted it would be a disappointment to end his Liverpool era without winning a Premier League title, but said it would not be the end of the world if the club had to face Europa League football next season.

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Man City clash too soon for Liverpool's Torres

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:58:36 +0000

Rafael Benitez has confirmed that Steven Gerrard should play for Liverpool against Manchester City, but he expects Fernando Torres to miss out.

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If Torres goes then I go, says Liverpool's Benitez (Reuters)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:29:25 +0000

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez would quit the club if he was ever forced to sell Spain striker Fernando Torres, but he remains confident of keeping his prize forward.

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I Will Quit If Liverpool Sell Fernando Torres - Rafael Benitez (Goal.com)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:25:14 +0000

Under-fire boss launches warning shot at owners...

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Liverpool need to buy low and sell big - Rafael Benitez (Goal.com)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:15:14 +0000

Rafa outlines transfer policy...

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Benitez: I'll quit if Reds sell Torres

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:27:36 +0000

Rafael Benitez has threatened to quit Liverpool should striker Fernando Torres be sold against his will.

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Benitez: I will quit if I'm ever forced to sell Torres

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:50:28 +0000

Rafael Benitez has revealed he would be prepared to quit as Liverpool boss if star striker Fernando Torres is ever sold against his will.

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