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Rafa Benitez: Steven Gerrard is ready to have a Vital Impact on Reds Season

admin — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 07:31:31 +0000

Rafa Benitez is pleased to see Steven Gerrard is almost ready to have a vital impact on the Reds season. Steven Gerrard has struggled with injury this season and has not been able to put together his momentum and form.

Rafa Benitez told Liverpool official website, He said: “Steven has worked very hard. He did well on Tuesday but you could see in two or three of the runs that he made that he didn’t quite have the match fitness that you need. But he was trying all the time and he kept taking good positions. Clearly he will bring a lot to the team when he is fully fit.”

Rafa continued: “We know that he is going to give us different options. We played with Alberto Aquilani as a second striker against Tottenham and we can play Steven in that role.”

“When you play him in that role, he is different because he can get into the box but he also has great deliveries from set-pieces which will help too. We have different players with different skills and that is going to be good for the team going forward until the end of the season.”

Steven Gerrard is ready to make a come back against Wolves

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:52:33 +0000

Its been reported that Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is ready to make a come back against Wolves after having recovered from hamstring strain. Steven Gerrard participated in training sessions on saturday giving Rafa Benitez hope to play on Tuesday.

But Steven Gerrard, 29-year-old inspiring captain is still have to manage his injury that caused him problems in season so far. Though He avoided surgery in November thanks to a cortisone jab, but he expects to need the same procedure once more before the season’s end.

The paper reports that Gerrard has been warned he may have to repeat the process in March to ensure he suffers no pain for the climax of the Premier League campaign or the World Cup in the summer.

Rafa Benitez: I am 100 per cent that Gerrard wants to give more

admin — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:10:38 +0000

Its been reported that Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez had a detail discussion with Steven Gerrard on his current form and Liverpool crises. and he is certain Gerrard is eager to step up his contribution in rest of season.

Steven Gerrard who is struggled to reach his usual high standards this season, with injury problems a factor. Liverpool has won just 4 matches of their last 17 matches and currently standing at eighth place in premier league points table.

Mr.Benitez told newspaper reporters: “Steven knows that he has to improve but that for me is very positive. He knows he is a very important player for us and we were analysing his statistics and he is doing much better. In the last game he wasn’t at his level but that can happen in one game. He knows he is improving physically and the main thing now is confidence.”

He added: “I was talking with him this week about how to improve. He wants to give more. I am 100% that he wants to give more. He is the captain and he is very important for the team and the club. He is someone who is pushing now and wants to improve.”

Alan Hansen: Nobody is Suffering More than Steven Gerrard

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:33:32 +0000

A seventh league defeat of the season at Portsmouth left Rafael Benitez and his team under more pressure than ever.

Expert Alan Hansen said cracks are starting to appear in the spine of Benitez’s team and nobody is suffering more than Gerrard.

He said: “The England midfielder has been having pain-killing injections in his troublesome groin injury just to get him on the pitch but it is clear he is operating at half speed as Liverpool have crashed out of the Champions League and fallen well behind in the title race.”

“Gerrard’s driving runs are not what they were, the bursts of pace severely hampered by his condition. The goals have dried up too – just four for Liverpool this season and none in the last eight games. The fact that he remains one of his side’s most potent weapons is a sad reflection on his team-mates.”

Benitez admits the groin problem could affect Gerrard for the rest of his career, which is a terrifying thought for Liverpool fans who have grown accustomed to seeing their captain shoulder the burden of responsibility.

As fragile as Gerrard’s body has become, questions are again being asked about his state of mind.

Gerrard along with Torres headed for Switzerland yesterday for the FIFA World Player the Year Award to stand alongside the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Andres Iniesta, Lionel Messi, Xavi and Kaka.

Hansen said: “Last season Liverpool had players right down the spine the keeper, Reina, Carragher was playing well, Mascherano was brilliant, Alonso, Gerrard, Torres, and the bits round the side were just filling in. They were playing with confidence and we thought they were half-decent players.”

“‘The minute those six started to struggle – or, in Alonso’s case, left the club – then the bits round the side had to step up to the plate and, unfortunately, they haven’t been able to do it.”

“Liverpool’s results have been abysmal.”

Steven Gerrard admitted watching Liverpool collapse has been agony

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:34:03 +0000

Steven Gerrard, who is trying his best to heal his groin injury as soon as possible, has admitted that watching Liverpool’s collapse from the stands has been agony.

Gerrard said: “Some of the lowest points in my career have come about when I have had to miss big games for Liverpool and England through injury. It’s never easy when you have to sit out games against Manchester United or trips away from home in the Champions League.”

“If the lads are winning games and doing well, it makes the pain a bit easier so obviously the last couple of weeks have been extra frustrating. But I’m feeling good now, a lot stronger than before and it’s just a question of getting my match sharpness back now. That is the most important thing.”

Gerrard has had two injections on the groin problem which has dogged him throughout this season, and there are fears that if the injury returns, he may need surgery.

Steven Gerrard is confident to Play against Manchester City on Saturday

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:19:27 +0000

Inspiring Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard told reporters that he is confident to play against Manchester City on Saturday. Gerrard came off the bench and scored on penalty in the draw with Birmingham.

Steven Gerrard said: “I felt very tired after the Birmingham game. But I’m feeling a lot better now. The aim is to get a good week’s training in so I’m ready for the game with City.”

He said: “I’d done very little training in the three weeks beforehand. It took me two or three days to recover from that game but I have spent the past week doing strengthening work. I’m looking forward to the weekend. There’s no mental hurdle to cross. I’ve had a problem in my groin that has taken a while to get over but I’m just relieved the second injection seems to have done the trick.”

Gerrard is anxious to help Liverpool reignite their campaign they have already lost five league matches and will exit the Champions League at the group stages if Fiorentina win at home against Lyon next Tuesday.

Gerrard added: “Some of the lowest points in my career have come about when I have had to miss big games for Liverpool and England through injury. It’s never easy when you have to sit out games against Manchester United or trips away from home in the Champions League.”

Steven Gerrard and Torres to go under knife

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:00:58 +0000

After confirming that Liverpool insipiring captain Steven Gerrard would not travel with his team to France for Champions League tie with Lyon, after failing to recover from the groin injury. Another shocking news blows Rafael Benítez when he was warned that striker Fernando Torres could require surgery on a hernia on Monday night.

Steven Gerrard who is ruled out for two weeks due to his groin injury. And the decision on whether Gerrard needs surgery for the problem is likely to be made by the end of the week.

Rafael Benitez said: “Gerrard has no chance [of playing]. He is improving. He has had an injection, but we have to wait for two or three days to see how he reacts.”

25-year-old Torres, who was travelling to Lyon, has been suffering from an inguinal hernia since the injury occurred last month. And according to reports Torres may not be able to continue his restricted pattern of training and playing with the club’s medical staff raising the possibility of the Spaniard going under the knife.

Liverpool injury problem is growing day by day and it seems its not gonna be over soon. Half of the team is sitting on the bench due to injuries.

Liverpool Injured Players
Steven Gerrard, Fernando Torres, Glen Johnson, Albert Riera, Martin Skrtel, Daniel Agger, Fabio Aurelio, Nabil El Zhar, Alberto Aquilani, Martin Kelly, David N’Gog.

Rafael Benitez: “My Fute is against Lyon”

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:39:52 +0000

Goals highlight of Liverpool game against Fulham last night. Fulham beat Liverpool by 3-1. It was another terrible game for liverpool. This was Liverpool’s eighth loss for this season.

Liverpool captain 29-year-old Steven Gerrard who is suffering from groin injury was omitted from Sturday game against Fulham and Torres who has muscle injury was withdrawn after an hour.

Benitez said yesterday that Gerrard “could be” fit for Wednesday, but with Torres, “we don’t know, last time it was four days for him to be ready again. We took him off to protect him.”

This is Liverpool second defeat after they beat arch-rivals Manchester United last week. Liverpool is playing against Lyon on Wednesday for Champions League title.

According to The Sun report: “Rafa Benitiez summed up his future in one sentence. When the reporter asked how long before he reconsidered his future, the Liverpool boss replied: “My future is against Lyon.”

Benitez confirmed it’s possible Gerrard may play against Man United

admin — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 04:27:16 +0000

Liverpool Manager Rafael Benítez has confirmed in a press conference that Steven Gerrard, Torres will be monitored by the club’s medical team over the weekend before a final decision is made on his ability to face Manchester United at Anfield.

Its been reported Fernando Torres returned to training yesterday, but at same time Manager Benítez admits that Liverpool captain Gerrard, Striker Torres and defender Glen Johnson could all be fit for the Manchester United game on Sunday.

Rafael Benítez said: “We will speak with the physios over the weekend before making a decision about Steven. It’s the same situation for all the players. Fernando trained today and has been working to a specific programme. Hopefully Glen will be available too, but we’ll have to wait and see. We will make late decisions with all of them.”

He added: “I am really relaxed in terms on my position because I know how we are working on the pitch every day. In the past we were doing really good things and we haven’t changed too much.

“It’s a question of confidence. We know we have to improve but it’s about winning the first game now. As a manager you know you will have good moments and bad moments. At this moment we know we have to improve, we have to win and it’s a question of time.”

“I’m sure that once we win the first game, everything will change. This game against United could be the right opportunity for us because it’s a massive game against our rivals and the fans will be behind the team from the first minute until the last. We can change everything.”

Steven Gerrard is now a genuine doubt againt Manchester United

admin — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:36:56 +0000

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez denied the fact that there was no gamble in playing Steven Gerrard against Lyon (1-2) game last night. Steven Gerrard lasted for only 25 minutes in first half when he started to feel pain in his groin.

While speaking to Sky Sports Rafael Benitez said: “It was not a gamble to play Gerrard. He wanted to play and had trained normally for two days.”

“He was given the all-clear by the doctor, and what happened was just bad luck. He felt something wrong in his groin, and it was wise to come off. He felt that he had a problem with his groin and it could have been more serious so we had to change him.”

It was Liverpool fourth successive defeat in all competitions for the first time since 1987 and sees them sitting third in the group for champions league title race, six points behind Lyon and three behind Fiorentina.

Liverpool inspiring skipper is now a genuine doubt for Sunday’s mega-clash against Manchester United.

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