Michael Carrick was restored to Manchester United’s midfield for their crucial final Champions League Group F clash against Benfica at Old Trafford.

Liverpool 0 Benfica 2 (Agg 0-3)

Liverpool suffered a double defensive injury blow prior to their Champions League last-16 second leg clash with Benfica at Anfield.

Benfica 1 Lverpool 0

Liverpool started their Champions League last-16 first-leg without their skipper Steven Gerrard.

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