We're enemy No 1 for Fergie's United, says Liverpool boss Rafa

08 May 2009 22:49
Rafa Benitez has underlined Liverpool's growing credentials, byclaiming his side have eclipsed Chelsea as the main threat toManchester United's dominance of English football.[LNB]United may be closing in on a hat-trick of Barclays Premier Leaguetitles, but Benitez is adamant his arch-rival Sir Alex Ferguson shouldbe casting an anxious glance towards Anfield after Liverpool's recentemergence.[LNB] Best of enemies: Benitez and Fergsuon[LNB] It's more than a Noble gesture - I make my Mark from penalties, says HammerWest Ham v LIVERPOOL: Alonso absent for Hammers test as Reds aim to stay in touch with leaders UnitedBenitez insisted that increasing harmony off the pitch and progress on it, makes his side Ferguson's biggest concern. [LNB]Reflecting on the fact that Chelsea are once more having to search for a new manager, Benitez said: 'There is a stability about us now and the fact that the manager is staying is another positive message. I feel it is fair to say that we are now best equipped to challenge United.[LNB]'We are better placed than the others and I have confidence we can still pip United for the league this season.[LNB]'Even if we just fall short, the experience of going so close is going to be fantastic for the players and staff. Next season they will be going into games determined not to drop a single point.[LNB]'It will be a different mentality, a titlewinning one, and it will keep us up at the top. United can be sure this season was no one-off.' [LNB] [LNB]  

Source: Daily_Mail