Source: Daily_Mail
Liverpool will silence critics with victory in Lille, insists returning Johnson
Back in action: Glen Johnson returned against Wigan[LNB]Glen Johnson has called on his Liverpool team-mates to put the disappointing defeat to Wigan behind them and concentrate on sealing a Europa League quarter-final place.[LNB]The England right-back made his first appearance in over two months at the DW Stadium on Monday night as he made his long-awaited comeback from a medial ligament injury. But that was the only bright spot for Rafa Benitez on a dismal night for his under-performing side. [LNB]Johnson, however, has vowed that Liverpool will silence their critics with an immediate return to winning ways against Lille in France tonight.[LNB]'It was a disappointing performance but we are going to put it behind us,' said Johnson. 'Sometimes one or two lads have an off day but the others carry them through. [LNB]'When a few more play badly, it's more difficult. But the lads know we have still got things to fight for. [LNB]'I have been around them every day and know for sure the desire is there.'[LNB] Confident: Johnson says the Reds will put defeat to Wigan behind them[LNB]Despite being confident of Liverpool's ability to bounce straight back into form Johnson is not taking victory over Lille for granted, but hopes a win can be a springboard for success in the rest of the season.[LNB]'They have got pace in certain areas,' he said. 'They are well organised and they play well at home so we know it is going to be tough. [LNB]'We know they are a good team. I have been out for a while but I feel really good. I have just got to get my match fitness up and finish the season well.'[LNB] Rafa Benitez: We can't afford to play the blame game at LiverpoolLiverpool are a mess! Wigan chairman Whelan sticks boot into sorry Reds Lille v LIVERPOOL: Yossi Benayoun faces fitness test before Europa League tieLIVERPOOL FC
