Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez revealed he half Fernando Torres forced to play as host Manchester United (MU), Sunday (26/10). However, although still injured, Torres finally became a key victory "The Reds", 2-0.Before the game, Benitez was in a wedged position. He got a sharp criticism from various parties, after Liverpool had four successive defeats. This is the worst result for the last 22 years. Meanwhile, the two main pillars, Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres, injury.
Benitez was finally called Torres and his physical trainer. In the morning, he decided to put Torres in the team. Because, Benitez feels Torres will be a determinant. But then he had not decided whether Torres became the starter or just a replacement player. Because, since the injury, he did not practice with the team.
"In the morning, I just decided to put Torres in the list of players. But I need the confidence to play from the beginning. I then asked Torres to speak.'s Where I found the confidence to dare to set it up as a starter player," said Benitez.
True. Torres continued to be a terror MU. In fact, he then scored a goal that brought Liverpool winning 1-0, before enhanced David Ngog until Liverpool won 2-0.
"Playing Torres is a very difficult decision. Therefore, he did not come to practice as well as Steven Gerrard, because of injury. But, after talking to him, we decided that it was better as a starter set Torres," Benitez explained.In fact, Torres was still in the category of injury and has not recovered. This is a dangerous gamble. One-one, Torres can actually experience more severe injuries. Moreover, in the game, he continued to be targets of violence MU players.
"You can see, the Torres conditions are not 100 percent fit. But, even though only 80 percent fit, Torres could make a difference in the game. We must be careful installing it. That is why, we finally pulled him to replace David Ngog. You have to take care of her. We kept waiting when he got the bait. And, when Torres got the bait, he could finish a goal, "he explained.
According to Benitez, this victory will be a turning point for Liverpool to perform better in the next game. They are more confident to go after the victory after victory.
"I am very satisfied with the club, players and staff. We need to change our luck to get the victory. And, this fantastic victory. This game is perfect for change of luck against a good team. We have to look good in front of the fans and shows what we could do. It looks fantastic from the players kai, "said Benitez."Against good teams need details to make a difference. MU could have a chance at the beginning of the game, but we were more dominant. When Torres scored, that's what makes the difference. The team wanted the victory to show what we can do. With the support of fans who do not ceasing, we meet the targets. This would be a good start and I'm sure we could pick winning streak, "he concluded.