Monday, September 8, 2008

Troubled Liverpool

Steven Gerrard will not be playing against Manchester United on Saturday after he confirmed himself unfit for the clash. Fernando Torres is also highly unlikely to be ready for the game because of the hamstring tear which could take some more weeks to bring him on field. This has left Benitez to manage his team without the 'amazing duo'. Liverpool clearly will have to play Keane and Kuyt/Babel up front and will probably introduce Reira to the Premier League on the left wing. The midfield will have Xabi Alonso, Mascherano, Benayoun/Lucas and El Zhar who will come on as a substitute as he has been successful in giving impressive performances. The defense will be managed by Carragher, Martin Skrtel, Arbeloa/Hyypia and Dossena and probably Benitez will send in Aurelio in the second half. Pepe Reina has always been Number 1 ever since he came in even though his jersey is numbered 25. He will be very busy this Saturday as Manchester United will have Rooney, Tevez and probably Berba putting pressure up front. Liverpool have not beaten Manchester United under Benitez and a win on Saturday would be the greatest reward to him.

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