It was another short-lived appointment and on 4 January 2016, he was dismissed following a 22 draw against his former club, Valencia. The Reds moved to six points adrift of fourth place after a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United. "I think I was right as well because I saw Pellegrino play for Liverpool and I thought, 'yes, I could have done the job he did for them, at the very least'. I had played for five years at Anfield and then never got a game when Benitez arrived, apart from three in the Carling Cup. I am very, very proud to be joining one of the most important clubs in the world in one of the best leagues in the world - and I want to win. Ill get 800,000, great, but I cant spend it today and Ill be five months without an experienced reserve goalkeeper. The young Dutchman enjoyed an impressive first season at Anfield under Benitez, but would later find himself often out of favour under the Spaniard as his starting opportunities in the following years. The Reds play the Spanish champions on Tuesday in the round of 16 first-leg at Anfield. It was a privilege for me to play for such a great club in front of great fans. However, like in Murphys case with Alonso and Garcia, Benitez could again claim to have made the right call as his decision to sideline Henchoz ultimately came hand-in-hand with the inspired switch to move Jamie Carragher back to centre-back, with the Liverpool legends own partnership with Hyypia usurping Houlliers previous duo. So (journalists) put some words in my mouth saying that the person who was responsible for me not being included in the Spain squad was Rafa. 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He was highly regarded for his tactical acumen[136][137] particularly in European ties, setting his team up to exploit opposition weaknesses. Kimberly Goldson is getting some long overdue attention from fashion magazines for bold looks that she showed at NYFW. The club had previously approached Javier Irureta, Man and Luis Aragons and had been turned down by all three. By Will Rooney. A "sell to buy" policy enforced by the ownership due to increasing debt, combined with Alonso's departure, prompted discontent amongst considerable sections of the club's fanbase who believed Bentez was not being backed sufficiently in the transfer market. Sometimes there were rows, others were just ostracised from the team, but all of them knew their Reds days were numbered after crossing paths with the Spaniard. Real Madrid B were then playing in the Segunda Divisin and on 4 September 1993, he made his debut as a Segunda Divisin manager with a 31 over Hrcules. His mother is Rosario Maudes. To be completely honest, I genuinely considered punching Rafa in the face. Rafa Benitez's team lost 1-0 on both occasions to a Spurs XI each time . GALLERY: Rafa Benitez's Liverpool years in pictures View gallery In 2013 he headed to Mexico to take over at Estudiantes Tecos and then last August he landed the job at Maccabi Tel Aviv in. He also played a further three games for the Spain Universities XI. The 36-year-old was signed by Rafa Benitez in the summer of 2005 from. [10], However, the following 200203 season was a disappointing one; the club failed to follow up on their title success, finishing 18 points behind champions Real Madrid, and missed out on the top four by a single point. By Will Rooney 17th Jan 2022, 2:32pm Former Everton medical chief Dan Donachie has appeared to have taken a swipe at Rafa Benitez after he was axed as manager. On 21 August 2010, Bentez won his first trophy as manager, the Italian Super Cup, after they defeated Roma 31. YOU would have got good odds on someone called Fofana saving Graham Potter from more death threats. Benitez tried to break me like he broke Riera. [60] Despite criticism, Bentez guided Inter to win the FIFA Club World Cup in December 2010. "I will remember Liverpool fondly as a success but not the situation I've found myself in. "Honestly, Rafa was a nightmare like that. A stalwart under Gerard Houllier, Murphy never really had a falling out with the Spaniard as such. Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has issued an apology of behalf of Djibril Cisse following his controversial behaviour at Newcastle on Sunday. And I would like to play there constantly.". Given Benitezs reputation as one who cannot call upon humane man-management as one of his skills, it is understandable why it is believed their relationship broke down from that moment. A club-record 14m signing from Auxerre the same summer of Benitezs arrival, the only problem for Djibril Cisse was it was Houllier rather than the Spaniard who sanctioned the switch. Don't sign. In his second interview he said: "I do not want to make trouble with the manager. I should have known better by then. The season also saw Bentez make his debut in the Champions League, where his side reached the quarter-finals, losing to Inter Milan. It says plenty about the dysfunction at the club that days later, Benitez has gone. Goals from Casemiro and a deflection from Marcus Rashford put the Red Devils 2-0 up at half-time . If they go down Ill come back to Liverpool and stay until my contract ends or you can sell me then. I still dont know his real reasons. And after moving to Stamford Bridge, Benayoun would lay into his former Reds boss, insisting he was the only reason he had any interest in leaving Anfield. The former Liverpool manager remains a top defensive mind but will have his work cut out for him when he brings his Newcastle side to Anfield. If I leave the Reds, I would like to play in a team which would be at least at the same level as Liverpool in regard to playing in European competitions. It was a normal Craig Bellamy picture in a newspaper! Everton won four of their first six league games under Benitez, taking 13 points from a possible 18, but their form has collapsed since October. [61] Buoyed by the Club World Cup victory, he told the European champions to back him with new signings or consider whether they wanted to keep him as coach, despite the side having won the treble only a few months earlier. Rafael Benitez's last interview as Everton boss. Not only was he a brilliant coach but he is a very sharp, savvy businessman. In truth, he didnt have time to as Benitez made it clear early on that he had no future at the club. [37] This off-field turmoil was in contrast to Liverpool's impressive start to the 200809 season in the Premier League, including Bentez' first ever league win against Manchester United at Anfield on 13 September and ending Chelsea's 86 match unbeaten run in the league at Stamford Bridge. There was an issue over whether it was a loan move first or a permanent transfer straight away. In January 2008, Riise would score an own goal against Luton Town in the FA Cup after failing to defend a cross coming in from the right. Craig Bellamy joined Liverpool from Blackburn Rovers in a 6m deal in June 2006. This instruction was ignored, which resulted in a goal. Surely I couldnt stay if I gave him a smack? . Take part in our Liverpool FC 'Keep or Sell' survey: While Murphy was moved on straight away, it was a different story for Stephane Henchoz. Ill have Scott and a kid from the Academy. [142], The tactic of zonal marking has been criticised by pundits when Liverpool concede from set-pieces[143] in spite of the fact that Bentez's squads are usually renowned for their defensive nature and low number of goals scored against them. When that starts happening, you have to assume it is something personal, rather than professional. It was a bit frustrating not playing Inter, but I had to be with my family at the time, he said. [40], Prior to Bentez's final season at Liverpool, Xabi Alonso, one of the key members of Bentez's squad, was sold to Real Madrid following a lengthy pursuit in a deal reportedly worth 30million. Something went wrong, please try again later. Bentez was appointed coach of Valencia and won La Liga in the 200102 season. Writing in his autobiography, he described the Spaniard as the "most difficult" manager he played for, criticising him over his lack of man-management skills, claiming he only ever had one proper conversation with him. Just tell me. Meanwhile in an interview with the Independent, he said: He (Benitez) promised me certain things at this time to help me develop which I thought was the same as Ajax but at a different pace. Liverpool finished third in the league, missing out on second place by one point. Liverpool fans were seen singing his name during the side's. Olivia Shears and Katie Whyatt were highly commended in an historic one-two-three: it was the first time in the competition's history [] "I believe in these situations it is better to talk about it and try to fix it, or at least make sure everyone knows where they stand. "Once you reached that euphoria that satisfaction and happiness, you enjoy the moment and see everything around you, all the red with so many people with so much passion. The. For a player to really be at his best you have to give him a certain confidence, but I did not feel appreciated by some people at Liverpool, he told the Mirror. He started to get up to go but I told him to wait for a second. The club said they understood why I was unhappy and promised they'd let me leave in the summer if an offer came while Benitez was manager. The 61-year-old collapsed at his Starkville home but did not receive medical attention for between ten to 15 minutes. Further injury problems saw him miss almost the entire 198586 season and he subsequently retired as a player. I told Benitez I would go if he wanted, but he told me I was important and he would give me a new contract, which I signed. But after being sent off in a Champions League clash with Porto in September 2007 and suffering an injury against Besiktas, his fortunes turned and he fell down the pecking order after being unable to regain his place or recapture his earlier form. Brooklyn, USA models-art.ru Joined June Brooklyn-based designer Kimberly Goldson competed in reality show 'Project Runway,' just landed in the Saks window, and is preparing to make. But perhaps because Benitez believes in an element of. Keep up to date with the latest breaking news, transfer gossip and everything LFC with thousands of Reds! Bentez was appointed as manager of Newcastle United in March 2016 in an attempt to save the club from relegation. I dont want to blame the coach for me not having the ultimate career at Liverpool but I felt it could have been closer in terms of guidance and support.". 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Bajcetic has been one of the few positives for the Reds throughout a disappointing season and looks set for the biggest game of his career tonight. Take it easy. I need to play. Published: 20:09, 16 Jan 2022 Updated: 20:09, 16 Jan 2022 LIVERPOOL legend Jamie Carragher was quick to take to social media to make light of Rafa Benitez's sacking at Everton. However, Club Director Javier Subirats recognised the potential of Bentez and campaigned for his appointment. [105] At the time of his dismissal, Real were third in La Liga, four points behind leaders Atltico Madrid and two points behind arch-rivals Barcelona, the latter of whom had a game in hand. [131] In his 2013 autobiography, Ferguson said that "Benitez bought badly and made the feud personal". Xabi Alonsos relationship with Benitez is a curious one. The more we have seen of him the more impressed we have become. He's never sorted out a situation with a player by talking with him. I dont think people in England ever saw the best of me. [114], On 24 June 2019, Newcastle announced that Bentez would step down as Manager upon the expiration of his contract, and he departed the club on 30 June 2019. As a right winger/midfielder, Steven Gerrard had the most productive seasons trophy-wise, claiming a Champions League title, and an FA Cup. "In my head it's as if I've already left. The manager understood my decision., Meanwhile, Benitez told his player: "When he is born, you call me and we decide. The club began their campaign with an unimpressive 21 aggregate win over Grazer AK in the qualifying rounds and were minutes away from going out of the competition in the group stages. At the start of the 198687 season, he was appointed coach of Castilla B. It was never really explained to me. Being told youre no longer wanted at Liverpool by Rafa that was a tough one, he told TalkSPORT. [72], The appointment was initially unpopular with many Chelsea fans due to Bentez' association with Liverpool and comments he had previously made about Chelsea,[73] and he received a "fiercely hostile reception" as he was introduced at his first home game, a 00 draw with Manchester City on 25 November 2012. After he ignored me for a long time, he needed me for Europe when Ryan Babel was suspended. It was suggested that Bentez's position was now under serious threat. [120], Bentez was appointed manager of Premier League club Everton on a three-year contract on 30 June 2021, replacing Carlo Ancelotti who left to join Real Madrid. I didnt know what to do, I didnt want to leave! He then left Napoli and became coach of Real Madrid in June 2015 on an initial three-year contract. I hadnt got on. In November 2012, he was appointed interim manager of Chelsea for the remainder of the season and he won the 2013 Europa League. "As a player, you just want a bit of fun, to make training good and lively. [100], Bentez announced that he would resign at the end of the 201415 season. "If I'm doing something badly and you are my boss, and you value me, then you are going to come and tell me what I have to do to play again. - Heart stops when I see the draw for the semi finals of the league and we drew Cardiff. "But then as we went on he left me totally on my own and only judged me for the things I didnt do right instead of telling me how to solve or improve the things I had to improve. Bentez joined Real Madrid's coaching staff at the age of 26, going on to work as the under-19 and reserve team coach, and assistant manager for the senior team. Who are you going to buy with pace? 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Making 52 appearances in 2006/07, that dropped to 25 in 2007/08 while he was frozen out in 2008/09 altogether, featuring just four times and making only two Premier League starts before being sent on loan to Portsmouth. This is nonsense and it is a fabrication that I wanted to leave the stadium. The 37-year-old, who retired at the end of an unsuccessful Ashes tour of England in 2015, said he would consider returning in any capacity to help out Cricket Australia (CA)."I would do anything to 419HbFo help the Australian cricket team," he told Australia's Daily Telegraph newspaper on Sunday. It was the club's 10th Premier League defeat of the season - and their ninth in their last 12 league matches - to leave . The title challenge, however, fizzled out early in the season, with Liverpool's poor form away from Anfield leading to speculation Bentez's tenure at Liverpool was short-lived, with his agent quoted as saying Bentez would consider offers to manage in Italy. Considering Liverpool were working on a limited budget when Benitez first took over as manager in the summer of 2004, its inevitable that he would have to force some players out to help raise funds for his own signings. If I played well, I never felt he gave me credit. Get all the latest Liverpool breaking news, team news, transfer rumours, injury updates plus analysis of what's next for the Reds. It was funny. Maybe I will never swallow it. [127], Bentez has had confrontations with both Jos Mourinho (Chelsea manager from 2004 to 2007) and Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson during his time in English football. Liverpool actually failed to find a buyer for Riera before Benitez left the club in the summer of 2010, but he was sold by successor Roy Hodgson to Olympiacos that July in a 5m deal. Eight of the side's remaining 10 away matches are against teams below them in the table, which should offer some decent opportunities to counter-attack from midfield. In the red corner, Achraf Hakimi is a fight away from one of the greatest underdog stories of all time. They have two daughters, Claudia, who was born in Madrid in 1999, and gata who was born in Valencia in 2002. [22], Dudek's heroics in the final were not enough for him to stay as first-choice keeper, as newly signed Pepe Reina replaced him in from the start of the 200506 season. For the second consecutive season, he was named UEFA Manager of the Year. With this team, he won two league titles in 1987 and 1989. He was different class, the amount of goals and assists that he got. I remember the conversation and he was all right, to be fair. GAMEWEEK 7 - DISCUSSION, RANT & INFO THREAD. Then he told him who were coming in for me Tottenham, Charlton and Everton. And thats prompted us to look back at Benitezs time across Stanley Park at Anfield, and recall some of the players Liverpool sold after disagreements with their manager. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) History repeated itself in the final as they then went on to lift the trophy after a penalty shoot-out, following a dramatic 33 draw. Re: Half time: Liverpool 0-0 Wolves. We were sitting in his office, just about to sign, and he showed me a picture of me shouting at a player! Liverpool won't get a penny. Cisse admitted, after joining Marseille on loan, that he did hold a grudge against Benitez for forcing him out. We played attacking football. "I was disappointed - this much is true," Baros said in an interview with a newspaper in Prague. In 1993, the team completed a double when they also won the national under-19 league. Rafael "Rafa" Bentez Maudes (born 16 April 1960) is a Spanish football manager who was the manager of Liverpool from 2004-2010. [15] He was unable, however, to convince Michael Owen to extend his contract; he was subsequently sold to Real Madrid. The centre-back had been first-choice under Houllier, forming a brilliant partnership alongside Sami Hyypia, and its no coincidence that Liverpools form under the Frenchman faltered when the Switzerland international endured prolonged periods on the sidelines through injury. Only the two men would truly be able to answer whether their relationship changed after that trip to the San Siro. Well talk in a moment, Jerzy. No, lets talk now. Liverpool came from 20 down and were losing 32 in stoppage time when Steven Gerrard scored a dramatic late equalizer. Bentez speaking in 2020 on winning the 2005 Champions League Final. And while there werent particularly any cross words with his manager, he did make a reluctant exit at the end of that season after being told his services were no longer required. The Frenchman spent the 2006/07 on loan at Marseille, with Cisse joining the club permanently in a 6m deal in July 2007. LIVE Transfer Talk: Man United monitoring Lewandowski's future. He was appointed manager of Real Valladolid for the 199596 season, but was dismissed after only two wins in 23 games with the club bottom of La Liga. [13] On his arrival he stated: "It is like a dream to be here.