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South American duo's race to make Burnley game
Javier Mascherano and Lucas Leiva are racing back from World Cup qualifying matches ahead of this weekend.
Rafa is reportedly considering his options, which may include moving Steven Gerrard back or bringing in Jay Spearing.
Melwood changes paying off already, says Rafa Benitez
RAFA BENITEZ believes the major changes at Melwood and the Academy this summer are already paying dividends.
The international break has given the Spaniard the chance to see for himself the progress being made both at reserve and under-18 level.
And the Reds boss insists he is delighted with the impact the new coaching staff have made.
Rafa Benitez: Albert Riera and Ryan Babel need to do their talking on the pitch
LIVERPOOL boss Rafa Benitez has warned outspoken duo Ryan Babel and Albert Riera to knuckle down and fight for their place.
Crewe's Dario Gradi fumes at alleged Liverpool FC 'poaching'
LIVERPOOL'S youth recruitment policy is under scrutiny after Crewe claimed an illegal approach for teenager Max Clayton.
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Yossi Benayoun's praise for Liverpool FC goalkeeper Pepe Reina
YOSSI BENAYOUN believes Pepe Reina's form so far this season has reaffirmed his status as the Premier League's top goalkeeper.
Liverpool FC pictures tell story for Peter Hooton's new book
PETER HOOTON admits he was like a child in a sweet shop. The musician and lifelong Reds supporter has spent months delving into the Daily Mirror's extensive photographic archive for a new book about his beloved club.
David Prentice: Why Liverpool FC's Ryan Babel only has himself to blame
RYAN BABEL feels let down by his manager at Anfield over a series of "broken promises."
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Liverpool FC fans react to Ryan Babel's outburst against Rafa Benitez
LIVERPOOL'S Ryan Babel has thrown his Anfield future into question by claiming Reds boss Rafa Benitez has broken promises made to the Dutchman about increased first-team involvement.
'Broken' Ryan Babel wants to return home
RYAN BABEL will have some serious questions to answer when he returns to Anfield after accusing boss Rafa Benitez of breaking promises.
Xabi Alonso: I decided to leave Liverpool FC after club's move for Gareth Barry
XABI ALONSO has revealed he decided to quit Anfield when Liverpool tried to sell him in the summer of 2008.
The Jury: Liverpool FC fans on the club's lack of activity on transfer deadline day
SHOULD anyone out there still actually be backing our American owners surely the moment the transfer window slammed shut on Tuesday was the final insult and enough to make them lower their star-spangled banner.
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Alberto Aquilani will be worth the wait - Liverpool FC boss Rafa Benitez
RAFA BENITEZ insists he is happy with the progress Alberto Aquilani is making as he plots his return to action.
Football transfer window deadline day live blog
WE'RE running a live blog from 7am to bring you the latest deadline day news before the football transfer window shuts at 5pm.
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Rafa Benitez backs Steven Gerrard to put on Reebok classic
RAFA BENITEZ is backing Steven Gerrard to take out his frustration on Bolton at the Reebok Stadium today.
My Liverpool FC players will show true colours - Rafa Benitez
THERE has been plenty of soul searching going on at Melwood this week.
Liverpool FC physio Dave Galley: Man Utd chief David Gill is a fine one to preach about conflict
THE removal of Liverpool physio Dave Galley from England duty raises some serious questions about Manchester United's influence inside the corridors of power at the Football Association.
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Bolton debut for Greek new signing
NEW signing Sotirios Kyrgiakos is set to make his Liverpool debut in Saturday's Premier League clash at Bolton.
The 30-year-old's registration didn't go through in time for Monday's 3-1 home defeat at the hands of Aston Villa but boss Rafa Benitez is expected to turn to the Greek international for the clash at the Reebok Stadium.
Benayoun backs LFC to fight back
The Israeli midfielder believes hard work and talent will win through in the end for the Reds, after two defeats in three games this season.
Liverpool FC title bid far from over - Glen Johnson
GLEN JOHNSON believes this year's title race is going to be anything but a straight shoot-out between the Big Four and insists that the Reds own title ambitions are far from over.
No need to change defensive outlook - Liverpool FC boss Rafa Benitez
RAFA BENITEZ insisted he will not change his defensive system - despite conceding three more goals from set plays last night.
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Liverpool FC close in on deal for AEK Athens' Sotirios Kyrgiakos
LIVERPOOL are closing in on a deal for AEK Athens centre-back Sotirios Kyrgiakos.
Rafa Benitez refuses to moan at reduced transfer kitty
RAFA BENITEZ may not be much of a cricket lover, but he certainly knows how to play a straight bat.
Rafa Benitez faces FA rap for Phil Dowd outburst
LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez could be in trouble with the FA for his outburst against referee Phil Dowd following Sunday's 2-1 defeat at Tottenham.
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Andrea Dossena ready to battle for Liverpool FC future
ANDREA DOSSENA insists he is happy at Liverpool and wants to stay and fight for his place.
Ex-Liverpool FC teammates John Barnes and Paul Ince ready to do battle
JOHN BARNES and Paul Ince, former Liverpool captains whose paths crossed briefly at Anfield a dozen years ago, face each other for the first time as managers tonight.
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Rafa Benitez: We must be ruthless at Tottenham - Liverpool FC latest
LIVERPOOL boss Rafa Benitez has urged his players to learn from last season's league defeat at Tottenham and get their campaign off to a flying start tomorrow
Rafa Benitez: Liverpool FC have come a long way in five years
LIVERPOOL have come a long way since Rafa Benitez last took his side to White Hart Lane on the opening day of the Premier League season.
Jamie Carragher's salute to Geoff Twentyman the Liverpool FC super scout
JAMIE CARRAGHER has hailed legendary scout Geoff Twentyman as "a one-off"
Reds injury boost as Martin Skrtel returns to action
LIVERPOOL have received a major boost ahead of Sunday's trip to Tottenham after defender Martin Skrtel made a successful return to action.
Alberto Aquilani is no gamble - Liverpool FC boss Rafa Benitez
RAFA BENITEZ insists he has not taken a gamble on £20million signing Alberto Aquilani.
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WITH the new season almost upon us, test your knowledge of how the Reds summer has gone and you could win a copy of this superb book about the club.
Steven Gerrard set to be fit for Liverpool FC's Premier League opener at Spurs
LIVERPOOL are hopeful Steven Gerrard will be fit for Sunday's Premier League opener at Tottenham.
Liverpool FC boss Rafa Benitez warns Spain to ease back Fernando Torres
RAFA BENITEZ has revealed he has spoken to Spain's coaching staff in a bid to ensure Fernando Torres doesn't pick up another injury on international duty tonight.
VVV Venlo and Japan midfielder Keisuke Honda has claimed Liverpool are interested in him.
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Liverpool FC skipper Steven Gerrard out of England friendly against Holland
Steven Gerrard has pulled out of the England squad for tomorrow night's friendly with Holland in Amsterdam.
Glen Johnson ready for double challenge - Liverpool FC latest
GLEN JOHNSON is ready to rise to the challenge for both club and country this season.
Javier Mascherano is back to his best - Liverpool FC boss Rafa Benitez
RAFA BENITEZ believes Javier Mascherano is getting back to his best after a summer of uncertainty.
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Lucas keen to prove worth to Liverpool FC following Xabi Alonso's move to Real Madrid
THE departure of Xabi Alonso may be tough to take but for one man the Spaniard's exit represents the ideal opportunity to finally prove he's good enough to make the grade at Anfield.
Liverpool FC's Fernando Torres looking forward to Atletico Madrid reunion
FERNANDO TORRES first set foot in the Vicente Calderon as a nine-year-old.
TONY BARRETT: Liverpool FC and Xabi Alonso parting of ways was on good terms
IT was quite apt that Xabi Alonso sat right next to the emergency exit on flight 7208 from Barcelona to Liverpool on Monday night.
Aquilani must prove fitness as Alonso seals £30m Real deal<
ALBERTO Aquilani's hopes of filling Xabi Alonso's boots at Anfield will rest on the Roma star passing a stringent medical.
Vote for your favourite Alonso moment
AS he waves goodbye to Anfield we've picked our top five Alonso moments. What do you think?
ALEX Ferguson writes off Liverpool Premiership hopes
Manchester Utd manager feels Chelsea are his biggest threat - not The Reds.
Alvaro Arbeloa transfer a done deal
ALVARO ARBELOA will complete his move to Real Madrid today and Andrea Dossena is on the verge of a return to Italy.
The Spanish right-back will make the switch to the Bernabeu after Liverpool agreed a fee of around £3.5million.
Arbeloa, who began his career at Real, flew to Spain following the Reds' Far East tour to undergo a medical and will sign a four-year contract.
RAFA BENITEZ admits he doesn't know if Xabi Alonso will ever pull on a Liverpool shirt again.
The Spanish midfielder, who has been constantly linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer, made his first appearance of pre-season as a late substitute in yesterday's 5-0 victory over Singapore.
In the build up to the match Benitez revealed he had held talks with the 27-year-old - urging him to spurn Real's advances and commit his future to the Reds.
Xabi Alonso denies Thailand fake injury claims - Liverpool FC latest
XABI ALONSO has denied accusations he feigned injury to avoid playing against Thailand and has declared himself fit for tomorrow's clash with Singapore.
Liverpool FC legend Kenny Dalglish defends manager Rafa Benitez's Singapore rotation
SOME Singaporeans are going to be left crying into their Tiger beer tomorrow. There is clamour here for Rafa Benitez to throw all his star names into action from the start when they take on the national team (noon kick-off UK time).
Singapore not content with 'aloof' Liverpool FC stars
IN THAILAND it seemed Liverpool could do no wrong but here in Singapore they have come in for some stick.
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Jay Spearing out to prove he's good enough for Liverpool FC
JAY SPEARING arrived in Singapore today vowing to prove to Rafa Benitez he's good enough for Premier League action.
Liverpool FC skipper Steven Gerrard in line to face Tranmere
STEVEN GERRARD could find a release from the tensions of his court appearance this week with a game of football at Prenton Park tomorrow night.
Actors attend open audition day to try out for a part in a new Liverpool FC film
FOOTBALL fans auditioned for the chance to star alongside Jamie Carragher and his team mates in a new Liverpool-made film.
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