Alonso returns for Reds

Xabi Alonso returns to the Liverpool squad for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash against Benfica.

Alonso returns for Reds
Mon, 20 Feb, 2006 - 10:42

Xabi Alonso returns to the Liverpool squad for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash against Benfica.

The Spanish midfielder missed the FA Cup victory over Manchester United with a thigh injury, but boss Rafael Benitez confirmed he would return for the trip to face Portugal’s two-time former European champions.

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