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Craig Bellamy hails outstanding Daniel Agger

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:00:06 +0000

DANIEL AGGER has been hailed as ?outstanding? by former team-mate Craig Bellamy, who claims the Liverpool defender is ?the closest thing I have seen to Alan Hansen?.

Rafa Benitez: ‘Diego Maradona right over Javier Mascherano’
NEW Argentina captain Javier Mascherano has been guaranteed a place in his national team ? even though the Liverpool midfielder can?t be certain of a place in the Liverpool starting line-up!

Captaining Argentina was ?amazing? - Javier Mascherano
JAVIER MASCHERANO described skippering Argentina to victory in their first match under the Diego Maradona?s leadership as an ?amazing? experience.

Sami Hyypia keeping standards high despite bit part role at Liverpool
THERE was a time, not so long ago, when Sami Hyypia?s place in Liverpool?s starting line-up was pretty much guaranteed.

Steven Gerrard training, but not fit to face Fulham
LIVERPOOL skipper Steven Gerrard trained on his own today but will not be fit for the club?s home game with Fulham tomorrow.

I am happy with life at Liverpool, insists Martin Skrtel
MARTIN SKRTEL has reassured Liverpool supporters he is happy with life at Anfield and has no plans to leave.

Fernando Torres set to start for Liverpool against Fulham
FERNANDO TORRES looks set to make his first Anfield start for almost two months when Liverpool seek to extend their unbeaten home league record in 2008 against Fulham.

Liverpool FC ends attempt to trademark Liverbird
LIVERPOOL FC last night agreed to withdraw its application to trade mark the Liverbird, after the city council told the club it would oppose the bid.

Torres ready to rock again for Reds
Fernando Torres is set to start at Anfield for the first time in almost two months when Liverpool host Fulham on Saturday.

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Bob Paisley was the master tactician

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:00:09 +0000

THE class of 1978/79 believe the tactical genius of boss Bob Paisley was the key to Liverpool?s record-breaking campaign.

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Yossi Benayoun moves closer to Liverpool exit

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:00:10 +0000

YOSSI BENAYOUN has hinted he will consider leaving Anfield in the New Year if he remains a bit-part player for Liverpool.

Manager of the month Rafael Benitez praises his backroom staff
LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez has praised a team effort among his backroom staff after being named Barclays Premier League manager of the month for October.

Tommy Smith: Liverpool still need ruthless touch
IF there?s just one thing lacking with the current Liverpool side at present it is their failure to be ruthless.

Liverpool can’t afford to slack off warns Dirk Kuyt
DIRK KUYT has warned Liverpool they can?t afford to take anything for granted as they prepare for a run of games from which they will be expected to take maximum points.

Steven Gerrard: Humility is key to Liverpool title bid
STEVEN Gerrard admits Liverpool?s fine start to the season has raised hopes of a first league championship since 1990.

Rafa: Gunners not out of title race
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has refused to rule Arsenal out of the title race despite their rivals losing four games already this term.

Referee reveals death threats
The referee who awarded a late penalty to Liverpool in the Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid claims to have received death threats.

Liverpool aim to get the bird
Council leaders have hit out at Liverpool’s owners over the club’s bid to register the Liver bird as a trademark.

Yossi Benayoun hints at Liverpool departure
YOSSI Benayoun has revealed his frustrations at being a bit-part player at high flying Liverpool.

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FA play down Capello rift reports

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:00:04 +0000

FA director of communications Adrian Bevington has played down talk of a rift between England boss Fabio Capello and top Premier League clubs.

O’Neill reveals Barry uncertainty
Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill admits he has ‘absolutely no idea’ what the future holds for Gareth Barry come the January transfer window.

Rafa tips Keane to tackle Cottagers
Rafael Benitez expects Robbie Keane to be fit for the clash with Fulham, but says it is too early to know if Steven Gerrard will be available.

No problem with Keane - Benitez
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez insists he had no problem with striker Robbie Keane showing his disappointment at being substituted at Bolton.

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Xabi Alonso insists table is not of concern yet

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:00:08 +0000

LIVERPOOL midfielder Xabi Alonso believes it is more important for the team to be playing well at this stage of the season than worrying whether they are top of the table.

Steven Gerrard forced to prove he is injured to Fabio Capello
STEVEN GERRARD reported for England duty last night ? even though he has withdrawn from the squad for Wednesday?s friendly with Germany.

Rafa Benitez happy to have angry substitutes
LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez says he is pleased to see his players angry when they are substituted as it shows the winning mentality needed to end the club?s long title wait.

Rafa Benitez: Liverpool Everton shared stadium would be wrong
RAFA BENITEZ has dismissed claims that a shared stadium could work.

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Rafa Praises Xabi’s Form

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 12:00:05 +0000

Rafa Benitez has hailed the form of Xabi Alonso who received the MOM award for his display against Bolton in the Premier League yesterday. The Reds won the match 2-0, with goals from Dirk Kuyt and Steven Gerrard seeing them go top of the league again, if only for a few hours.

Arbeloa unsure over Atletico link
Liverpool defender Alvaro Arbeloa insists he is in the dark over a supposed return to Spain amid interest from Atletico Madrid.

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Speaking with the enemy: Bolton v Liverpool

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:55 +0000

What have you made of Bolton?s start to the season?

Title would be just what Liverpool fans deserve - Kevin Nolan
BOLTON captain Kevin Nolan was in Istanbul to watch Liverpool claim their fifth European Cup against AC Milan in 2005 but he insists a first domestic title since 1990 would rank far higher.

Nolan: Lee’s loving backseat role
Bolton captain Kevin Nolan believes Sammy Lee’s failed management reign at the Reebok Stadium is proving to be Liverpool’s gain.

Kevin Nolan: Sammy Lee is Bolton’s loss and Liverpool’s gain
BOLTON captain Kevin Nolan believes Sammy Lee?s failed management reign at the Reebok Stadium is proving to be Liverpool?s gain.

Full backs can still go on attack - Liverpool legend Alan Kennedy
BARNEY RUBBLE saw a blast from Liverpool?s illustrious past at Anfield last weekend.

Liverpool’s academy is failing to offer Rafa Benitez class hopefuls
ENJOYING their best-ever start to a Premier League season and closing on yet another qualification to the knockout stages of the Champions League, things would appear to be going well for Liverpool.

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Daniel Agger: That just wasn?t good enough

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:00:05 +0000

DANIEL AGGER pulled no punches after Liverpool were dumped out of the Carling Cup at White Hart Lane last night and admitted: ?That just wasn?t good enough.?

Dawson: We can win cup again
Michael Dawson insists Spurs can defend their Carling Cup under Harry Redknapp after reaching the quarter-finals with a 4-2 win over Liverpool.

Rafael Benitez bemoans errors in Liverpool’s defence
UNHAPPY Rafael Benitez bemoaned the ?very poor? defending that ensured a Carling Cup hammering for Liverpool.

Rafael Benitez defends squad selection
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has defended his decision to field reserves against Tottenham on Wednesday, insisting there is enough strength in depth in his squad.

Rafa Benitez confident Liverpool have enough strength in depth
LIVERPOOL boss Rafa Benitez has defended his decision to field reserves against Tottenham last night, insisting there is enough strength in depth in his squad.

Benitez defends Reds selection
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has defended his decision to field reserves in the Carling Cup defeat by Tottenham on Wednesday night.

Banks ‘could pull plug on Gillett and Hicks at Liverpool’
Keith Harris, the man who has brokered five Premier League takeover deals, believes the credit crunch could affect clubs seeking new owners as benefactors become more cautious.

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Benayoun shocked by Redknapp feat

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:00:06 +0000

Liverpool midfielder Yossi Benayoun has reveales his surprise at the speed with which Harry Redknapp has turned around Tottenham’s fortunes.

Tommy Smith: Fernando Torres return is perfect boost
THE return of Fernando Torres is just the boost Liverpool need to keep their season firmly on track.

No Carling Cup visit to Tottenham for Robbie Keane
LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez has confirmed both Steven Gerrard and Robbie Keane will definitely be rested for tomorrow?s Carling Cup fourth-round tie at Tottenham.

Harris fears for future of Liverpool
Keith Harris, the man who brokered five Premier League takeovers, says Liverpool are one of a few clubs that may be hit by the credit crunch.

Rafa Benitez: Remember White Hart pain in Carling Cup
RAFA BENITEZ today called on Liverpool to remember the pain they felt following their last visit to White Hart Lane when they return to the scene of their only defeat of the season so far.

Yossi Benayoun eyeing revenge at Tottenham
YOSSI BENAYOUN admits Liverpool will be driven by revenge when they aim to move a step nearer to Wembley tonight.

White Hart Lane repeat performance will see holders Spurs lose grip on Carling Cup - Harry Redknapp
HARRY REDKNAPP admits Tottenham will lose their grip on the Carling Cup if there is a repeat of their performance against Liverpool during his first week in charge at White Hart Lane.

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Javier Mascherano will be new Argentina captain - Diego Maradona

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:00:07 +0000

ARGENTINA boss Diego Maradona believes he has done enough to convince Javier Mascherano to captain his national side.

Mark Lawrenson: Robbie Keane will prove he?s not just a support star
IN the summer I must admit I had my doubts about Robbie Keane. When he signed from Spurs for ?20million I described him as a streaky scorer ? one who will get you 10 in 10 but then might go 10 games without getting a sniff of a goal.

Rafa Benitez: Gap over Manchester United not worth monitoring yet
RAFAEL BENITEZ is refusing to monitor the gap between his Liverpool side and champions Manchester United at such an early stage in the title race.

Yossi Benayoun: Everyone at Anfield had faith in Robbie Keane
YOSSI BENAYOUN today insisted no-one inside the Liverpool dressing room had any doubts about Robbie Keane?s ability to score goals ? even while the Irishman endured a 12-game wait for his first league strike.

Benitez denies Keane Spurs return
Rafael Benitez has confirmed Steven Gerrard and Robbie Keane will both be rested for Liverpool’s Carling Cup fourth-round tie at Tottenham.

Rafa: Reds second string are ready
Rafael Benitez insists Liverpool can move past Tottenham in the Carling Cup on Wednesday because his players are desperate to prove themselves.

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