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Rafael Benitez

coach16.04.1960 (64 years)height 175nationality Spain

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'I hated Rafa': Ex-Liverpool defender labels Benitez 'a disgrace' for treatment after Reds won Champions League

'I hated Rafa': Ex-Liverpool defender labels Benitez 'a disgrace' for treatment after Reds won Champions League

Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock has hit out at ex-Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez over the way he was treated when Liverpool won the Champions League in 2005. Benitez had axed Warnock from the matchday squad with a clear reason with the left-back abandoned to watch his team lift the big ears trophy on TV.

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Benitez refuses to back Liverpool for Premier League title & 3 more under-radar stories

Benitez refuses to back Liverpool for Premier League title & 3 more under-radar stories

Mac Allister named LFC Player Of The MonthLiverpool want to sign two keepersLiverpool want to sign two goalkeepers this summer, as per Daily Mail, who report that Anthony Patterson and Sam Tickle have both caught the eye.Liverpool bring back staff member to Anfield“David Woodfine is to return to Liverpool as assistant sporting director to Richard Hughes,” Neil Jones reports on Twitter.

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Ex-Red names leaving club biggest career regret, blames Benitez & 2 other under-radar stories

Ex-Red names leaving club biggest career regret, blames Benitez & 2 other under-radar stories

Two Liverpool players make Team of the WeekThe BBC have named Alexis Mac Allister and Luis Diaz in their Team of the Week.Bradley reflects on 'mental' past few months"It's been a mental couple of months and obviously the last week has been really good," Conor Bradley told the club's official website.

1 month ago

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Real Madrid's 4-0 win costs former Madrid boss his job

Real Madrid's 4-0 win costs former Madrid boss his job

Real Madrid enjoyed a convincing 4-0 win against Celta Vigo on Sunday to maintain their vice grip on the summit of La Liga. But that defeat was the last straw for Celta as they fired manager Rafa Benitez barely 48 hours later.

2 months ago

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Team news, probable lineups and prediction for Barca v Celta

Team news, probable lineups and prediction for Barca v Celta

It's Xavi against Rafa Benitez in a crunch La Liga clash on Saturday evening as Barcelona takes on Celta Vigo. Team newsCelta VigoCelta Vigo are only missing Joseph Aidoo and Willot Swedberg who are out injured.

3 months ago

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'They deserve more points': Xavi rates Celta highly ahead of Barca clash

'They deserve more points': Xavi rates Celta highly ahead of Barca clash

Barcelona are up against Celta Vigo later on Saturday evening in a game the Blaugrana simply have to win. But Xavi is wary of the threat posed by Os Celestes despite them losing four of their last five games.

3 months ago

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'I know how it has happened': Rafa Benitez on Jurgen Klopp's exit

'I know how it has happened': Rafa Benitez on Jurgen Klopp's exit

Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has opened up on Jurgen Klopp's decision to leave the club at the end of the season.“I have an advantage, which is that I have people in Liverpool and also people at the club, so more or less, I know how it has happened,” said Benitez.

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Istanbul Miracle heroes: where are they now?

Istanbul Miracle heroes: where are they now?

It's been more than 18 years since the iconic Champions League final in Istanbul where Liverpool made history against AC Milan. Let's take another look at each player who was in the squad on that night and find out what they are doing now.

4 months ago

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Recalling one tactical tweak on road to Istanbul that made Del Piero and Ibrahimovic useless

Recalling one tactical tweak on road to Istanbul that made Del Piero and Ibrahimovic useless

In their iconic 2005 Champions League campaign, Liverpool faced Juventus in the quarter-finals. At home, the Reds won 2-1: the slender lead meant even a 1-0 win would have been enough for the Bianconeri to eliminate Liverpool.

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How Liverpool got both goalkeepers ARRESTED before vital UCL clash

How Liverpool got both goalkeepers ARRESTED before vital UCL clash

Many Liverpool fans know the story of an infamous brawl between Craig Bellamy and John Arne Riise that happened on the Reds' trip to Barcelona in 2007 and involved a golf club. What some fans might not know is that it was not the only incident during that trip.

4 months ago

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Istanbul Miracle wouldn't have happened without another unlikely comeback

Istanbul Miracle wouldn't have happened without another unlikely comeback

The road to the iconic 2005 Champions League final was a rocky one for Rafa Benitez's Liverpool.In the UCL Group 1, the Reds were playing against Deportivo, Monaco and Olympiakos.

4 months ago

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'It was disastrous Rafa sold him': Gerrard regrets one player's exit - he could've played under Klopp

'It was disastrous Rafa sold him': Gerrard regrets one player's exit - he could've played under Klopp

"It was clear Xabi Alonso was royalty after our first training session together in August 2004," Steven Gerrard wrote in his book, My Story. "Rafa Benitez, who had been so clever to buy him in the first place, was equally stupid to sell him to Real Madrid five years later.

6 months ago

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How Rafa Benitez helped Liverpool get Luis Diaz - revealed

How Rafa Benitez helped Liverpool get Luis Diaz - revealed

Rafael Benitez can hardly be satisfied with his time at Everton where he only lasted for six months before getting the sack.Liverpool fans, however, can only be happy with the work of their former coach there, not just because of poor results.

6 months ago

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'I told Rafa I'll cycle to Liverpool from Holland': Kuyt recalls how he joined the Reds

'I told Rafa I'll cycle to Liverpool from Holland': Kuyt recalls how he joined the Reds

Dirk Kuyt has opened up on his move from Feyenoord to Liverpool in 2006. The former Reds attacker reveals Rafa Benitez called him right before the World Cup in Germany to ask him to join his side.

6 months ago

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La Liga coach praises Xavi for one thing he does often

La Liga coach praises Xavi for one thing he does often

Barcelona came from two goals down to secure a hard-fought 3-2 win against Celta Vigo at the weekend. For Celta boss Rafa Benitez, that win was down to Xavi's tactical substitutions.

8 months ago

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'He's gone? Here comes 2-2': Liverpool fan called Barca comeback v Celta after one sub

'He's gone? Here comes 2-2': Liverpool fan called Barca comeback v Celta after one sub

"Aspas gone? Here comes 2-2," Liverpool fan wrote on Reddit after Rafael Benitez subbed their former player off against Barcelona.Indeed, Barca's comeback began right after Iago Aspas left the pitch.

8 months ago

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Jurgen Klopp sets new Liverpool record after LASK win - previous holder was Rafa Benitez

Jurgen Klopp sets new Liverpool record after LASK win - previous holder was Rafa Benitez

Jurgen Klopp has become the first Liverpool manager to win 50 games in European competitions.He reached the milestone after the Reds' 3-1 win over LASK in the Europa League.

8 months ago

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'Get him if Klopp goes': Liverpool fans name Jurgen successor - he coaches most interesting team on planet

'Get him if Klopp goes': Liverpool fans name Jurgen successor - he coaches most interesting team on planet

Jurgen Klopp's current contract with Liverpool is set to run until the summer of 2026, however, some Liverpool fans are already looking for a replacement. Not long ago Steven Gerrard seemed like a potential Jurgen Klopp successor but now Xabi Alonso's name has begun to emerge more often among supporters.

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Real Madrid XI v Celta unveiled

Real Madrid XI v Celta unveiled

Here's the starting lineup Carlo Ancelotti has picked for the Celta encounter:Real Madrid XI: Kepa, Fran, Alaba, Rudiger, Carvajal, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Valverde, Bellingham, Vini Jr, RodrygoSubs: Lunin, Piniero, Vazquez, Odriozola, Nacho, Kroos, Modric, Nico Paz, Joselu, BrahimThibaut Courtois, Eder Militao, Arda Guler, Dani Ceballos and Arda Guler remain sidelined due to injuries. Kepa Arrizabalaga is making his Real Madrid debut tonight!The kick off is at 21:30 CET.

9 months ago

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Kepa to start? Team news and probable lineups for Real Madrid v Celta

Kepa to start? Team news and probable lineups for Real Madrid v Celta

Real Madrid are up against Celta in their third league game of the season on Friday. Team newsCeltaGoncalo Paciencia and Carles Perez seem to be only two players missing from Rafa Benitez's squad.

9 months ago

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Trophy lift gives captaincy hint and 4 under-radar stories at Liverpool

Trophy lift gives captaincy hint and 4 under-radar stories at Liverpool

Klopp praises Mac AllisterJurgen Klopp said on Alexis Mac Allister after the Leicester game: "Good player. These things, it needs time.

10 months ago

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Carvalho set for Leipzig loan & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Carvalho set for Leipzig loan & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Carvalho set for Leipzig loanFabrizio Romano reports that the deal for a loan move without a buy option will be signed next week.Pavard open to Liverpool moveChristian Falk claims that the Reds have been in touch with the Bayern defender, but there is nothing concrete as things stand.

11 months ago

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Rafa Benitez returns to management as he takes over Celta Vigo

Rafa Benitez returns to management as he takes over Celta Vigo

Rafael Benitez is back at work after a tough experience with Everton.The Champions League-winning coach with Liverpool has reached an agreement with Celta Vigo, the La Liga side confirms.

11 months ago

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Ex-Real Madrid boss back in La Liga and 2 more under-radar stories of the day

Ex-Real Madrid boss back in La Liga and 2 more under-radar stories of the day

Modric makes decision on Croatia futureThe 37-year-old will continue playing for the national team, according to Croatian outlet 24 Sata.He's going to have 'the final dance' at Euro 2024.

11 months ago

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Ex-Everton player names Henderson 'worst sledger' in Prem & 6 more under-radar stories at Liverpool today

Ex-Everton player names Henderson 'worst sledger' in Prem & 6 more under-radar stories at Liverpool today

Liverpool want to join race for PSG prospectLiverpool are ready to rival Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund for Paris Saint-Germain prospect Warren Zaire-Emery, according to RMC Sport.The 17-year-old midfielder has already featured in 26 Ligue 1 games for the French giants, scoring two goals.

11 months ago

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Victor Osimhen advises Napoli against one title-winning head coach to replace Spalletti — Foot Mercato

Victor Osimhen advises Napoli against one title-winning head coach to replace Spalletti — Foot Mercato

Serie A champions Napoli are without a head coach after Luciano Spalletti decided to take a sabbatical.A number of candidates have been floated in the press, including the likes of Luis Enrique, Christophe Galtier and even Rafa Benitez.

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Benitez names his two biggest signings as Liverpool coach - both are Spaniards

Benitez names his two biggest signings as Liverpool coach - both are Spaniards

Rafael Benitez has named Fernando Torres and Xabi Alonso as his two biggest signings during his time as Liverpool coach."Pepe Reina was a great signing for us.

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Luciano Spalletti could quit Napoli despite Serie A trophy, Benitez named potential replacement

Luciano Spalletti could quit Napoli despite Serie A trophy, Benitez named potential replacement

Luciano Spalletti could quit Napoli after the end of the season despite leading the team to a surprise league title.It's not the first time the rumour has come up and apparently, there is tension between Spalletti and club president Aurelio De Laurentiis who avoids calling Spalletti's name in public.

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Marco Materazzi finally reveals what he told Jose Mourinho when the Portuguese left the San Siro

Marco Materazzi finally reveals what he told Jose Mourinho when the Portuguese left the San Siro

Inter Milan legend Marco Materazzi recently revealed a humorous incident that occurred when Jose Mourinho left the San Siro to join Real Madrid in the summer of 2010. As Mourinho departed, his replacement Rafa Benitez was brought in, which did not sit well with Materazzi.

1 year ago

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Konate back in training and 3 more big stories you might've missed

Konate back in training and 3 more big stories you might've missed

Konate recovers from injuryIbou Konate is back on the grass with Liverpool. Benitez names three players he tried signing for LiverpoolRafa Benitez mentioned three players he tried and failed to sign for the Reds during his time as their head coach.

1 year ago

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'I tried to get best deals': Benitez names 3 players he really wanted to sign for Liverpool

'I tried to get best deals': Benitez names 3 players he really wanted to sign for Liverpool

Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has named Juanfran, Jovetic and Dani Alves as players he tried and failed to sign for Liverpool. “I had to try to get the best deal for my football club,” he said on “I was talking with Real because I knew Real Madrid quite well, and I was talking with a friend of mine, who was a journalist close to the president, to give me information about what they were thinking.

1 year ago

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'They have Benzema': Rafa Benitez explains how Liverpool should defend against Real Madrid

'They have Benzema': Rafa Benitez explains how Liverpool should defend against Real Madrid

Speaking about Real Madrid’s major threats and how Liverpool should defend against them in the first leg of the Champions League tie, Rafa Benitez told Sky Sports: “Real Madrid have Benzema.“He’s a clever mover between the lines, and then Vinicius that is a threat.

1 year ago

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Benitez talks his future & 3 other under-radar stories at Liverpool

Benitez talks his future & 3 other under-radar stories at Liverpool

Benitez talks his future"My problem is that I am fine and happy in England in terms of the Premier League, my family and everything, so sometimes you make decisions that are a risk, but the reality is that the Premier League is the best league now in the world and I want to be around Europe," ex-Liverpool head coach Rafa Benitez said, as quoted by the Liverpool Echo."I have things [offers] in China or South Korea or in Mexico, things like that, but you need a project with all the experience I have - my stats is quite good on these things - so we can build something.

1 year ago

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'As a manager, you are really worried': Benitez compares Nunez to Fernando Torres

'As a manager, you are really worried': Benitez compares Nunez to Fernando Torres

Speaking on Sky Sports during the coverage of Liverpool's win over Newcastle, Rafa Benitez made an interesting comparison between Darwin Nunez and Fernando Torres who he worked with at Anfield."Fernando, one of the issues at the beginning was that - he was not a great finisher," Benitez said.

1 year ago

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Mikel names worst man-manager who ever coached Chelsea — not Mourinho

Mikel names worst man-manager who ever coached Chelsea — not Mourinho

Asked who was the worst man-manager to ever coach Chelsea during his days at the club, John Obi Mikel did not mince words in naming Rafa Benitez. "Benitez was one of the most disliked managers by players," Mikel told Dubai Eye.

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Benitez: 'I can’t say I’m more Liverpool or Everton today, I still have good friends amongst the Everton fans'

Benitez: 'I can’t say I’m more Liverpool or Everton today, I still have good friends amongst the Everton fans'

Former Liverpool and Everton boss Rafa Benitez spoke about the effect of managing the Toffees after having spent 6 years at Liverpool ahead of the Merseyside derby."When I first arrived at Anfield I was surprised by the people, they were very friendly, they tried to help with adapting to the new place from day one.

1 year ago

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Frank Lampard sacked: Next Everton manager to be 8th since Klopp became Liverpool coach

Frank Lampard sacked: Next Everton manager to be 8th since Klopp became Liverpool coach

Everton has just sacked Frank Lampard. The former Chelsea manager was handed the reins just about a year ago on January 31, 2022.

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Benitez says he wants to manage club that 'can compete for something' after Everton

Benitez says he wants to manage club that 'can compete for something' after Everton

“Yes, I’d like to work in a team that can compete for something,” Rafa Benitez told DAZN Italy, as quoted by the Liverpool Echo.“The difficulty is this: if you join a team and you don’t have the money, you have to have the right project, the right mentality and you have to use your experience.

1 year ago

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Benitez tells Klopp how to bring old Fabinho back

Benitez tells Klopp how to bring old Fabinho back

"Fabinho is a player who needs solutions around him," Rafa Benitez wrote for The Times."He is not like Thiago Alcantara who can pass to his left, right, in front or wherever because he can see all these things.

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'Skrtel had hair all this time?': Fresh Benitez pic goes viral

'Skrtel had hair all this time?': Fresh Benitez pic goes viral

Martin Skrtel has shared a pic of himself and Rafa Benitez after the Liverpool Legends' clash against Manchester United's Legends."It was nice to see you again boss 👍🏼"It is still so unusual to see non-bald Martin!Some of the Reddit reactions to this one are pure gold.

1 year ago

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