Benitez has his eye on top four spot

West Bromwich Albion 0 Liverpool 5

Mon, 27 Dec, 2004 - 00:00
Mark Staniforth

The inspirational captain will play an essential role in his side’s busy festive programme, which could go a long way towards securing a place back in next season’s Champions League.

Boss Rafael Benitez relished the chance to take Gerrard off with half an hour remaining with his job well and truly done.

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