Riera calls on Reds spirit

Albert Riera believes Liverpool's 'historic spirit' in Europe means that anything is possible ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg with Chelsea. The Reds trail their domestic rivals 3-1 on aggregate following a sensational Chelsea performance at Anfield last week.Rafa Benitez's side now require a healthy second-leg victory at Stamford Bridge, and must score at least three goals, on Tuesday night in order to progress to the semi-finals.But Riera feels that Liverpool - who famously won the 2005 final on penalties after coming back from a three-goal first-half deficit against AC Milan - have what it takes to upset Guus Hiddink's men."The squad believes we have the chance to eliminate Chelsea," the Spaniard told skysports.com. "This is our objective.Exploit"Morale has recuperated after the match at Anfield and in 90 minutes it is possible to win."After the result at Anfield the tie is poised 70 per cent to Chelsea and 30 per cent to Liverpool. We must exploit that 30 per cent."It is necessary to rediscover the historical spirit of Liverpool in Europe where nothing is impossible."Riera also takes faith from Liverpool's impressive 4-1 Premier League success over Manchester United at Old Trafford in mid-March."Many people have compared it to the match against Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Premier League," added the winger.Torres threat"For me, that match was more difficult and this is our biggest confidence boost."And the 26-year-old also feels that Spanish compatriot Fernando Torres will have a big part to play in West London."Fernando Torres is decisive for the match. The kid is excellent in front of goal and we will need his help to reach the semi-finals." He concluded.Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is expected to face Chelsea despite suffering a recurrence of a groin injury.

Source: SKY_Sports