Chance for silverware should raise us says Rafa

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez hopes that Liverpool’s last chance of silverware will spark an inspiring Anfield atmosphere this evening.

Benitez has urged his players to rise to the occasion against Lille in front of an expectant crowd.

"The fans know this is the last opportunity to win a trophy so hopefully there will be a good atmosphere," he explained.

"And the players know it is the last opportunity to win silverware so everyone will try their best.

"I think it is very important for everyone and I'm sure the players know.

"It will be positive to keep winning games for the confidence of the players.

"Winning and scoring goals, that is the way to bring confidence back."

But Benitez has warned fans they may have to be patient when Lille arrive for their Europa League last-16 second leg tie with the French club holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg.

"On Monday we could see the football the side can play and hopefully we can see that against Lille, although it will be difficult," said Benitez.

"Everyone wants to see attacking football and we try to approach every game in the same way and sometimes you can but sometimes you cannot.

"We knew we needed to push Portsmouth from the beginning because they are not having an easy time but that was a different game.

"We played good football and the fans were happy and it was good for confidence - but we must win (against Lille) because we lost the first leg.

"We have to make sure we do the right things: score, keep a clean sheet and do good football things."

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