Benitez’s Real gamble quells vocal critics

RAFA BENITEZ has done it again. Just when he seemed to be losing the Kop, just when his position was under threat, just when his critics were growing more vociferous, the Liverpool manager took a gamble and masterminded another remarkable night in Europe.

Benitez’s Real gamble quells vocal critics

The Spaniard went into this match calling for more respect as an ever-growing number of fans questioned his tactics, his team selection and his priorities.

Taxi drivers ferrying supporters to Anfield accused him of ‘handing the title’ to Manchester United while radio phone-ins were filled with critics bemoaning his decision to put Europe ahead of domestic competition.

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