Benitez: Reds must learn from mistakes

Rafael Benitez admits Liverpool have to learn from their recent slump in form if they are to challenge for honours this season.

The Reds slipped to a third straight away Barclays Premiership defeat when they were beaten 2-0 at Charlton last night, despite dominating much of the match, especially in the first half.

It is now just one point from a possible 12 for Benitez’s team, who face a showdown with Arsenal next Tuesday before taking on Manchester United in the fifth round of the FA Cup ahead of their Champions League clash with Benfica.

The Liverpool manager expects a more professional showing from his side when they take on Wigan this weekend.

“We need to change things and to improve, but you cannot talk about the work-rate because the team worked very hard,” said Benitez, his side still in third, but again missing the chance to close the gap on United following Sunday’s loss at champions-elect Chelsea.

“The problem for me was the mistakes. That means we need to improve and to learn with experience.”