Van der Vaart - Reds fear us

24 February 2009 18:05
Rafael van der Vaart believes Liverpool are 'scared' of Real Madrid ahead of Wednesday's UEFA Champions League clash.[LNB] The Reds have lost ground on Manchester United in the Premier League title race in recent weeks but they have still enjoyed a fine campaign and Van der Vaart has been impressed by what he has seen.[LNB]The Dutchman, who joined Real from Hamburg last summer, is expecting a good game against Rafa Benitez's men at the Bernabeu.[LNB]However, he is in confident mood and feels Real could have a psychological advantage. [LNB]Speaking about Liverpool, Van der Vaart said: "It's a strong team. I saw them play against Everton in the FA Cup. They were really strong, playing fast and I think when you play against an English team you always have a chance to play good football.[LNB]"I think we have a good chance but we also know that they have players like (Steven) Gerrard, Fernando Torres, (Dirk) Kuyt, (Ryan) Babel. [LNB]"They are really good players. We really respect Liverpool, but we also know we can win against them. [LNB]"We have a good opportunity. We are still Real Madrid and I think they are also a little bit scared. [LNB]"I think it will be a great match and I hope everybody will watch that match and at the end, we are going to win." [LNB]For more from Van der Vaart, go to www.fobazo.com[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports