Hodgson backs Meireles to shine

08 December 2010 16:00
Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson believes Raul Meireles is now finding his feet in the Barclays Premier League and beginning to make an impact. The former Porto midfielder was an influential figure in the victory against Aston Villa on Monday after making a slow start to his Anfield career. Hodgson said: "With Raul Meireles it was always just a question of time. He came from a different league but I never doubted his quality as a player. "I always knew we'd get something out of him because of his exceptional ability. I'm sure we'll get even more out of him now, with the more games he plays as he settles more and more into life in England."

Source: PA