Match report for the away defeat in the evening clash with Lille OSC

Anyone agree that last nights display had an air (huge waft), of the above about it and this is the most depressing aspect of watching our team at the moment?

This may be a bit knee-jerk, but never has a manager baffled so much without changing. It has made me question whether he really is as great as some may say.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez was left to rue missed opportunities in the 1-0 Europa League last 16 defeat in Lille, but has backed his side to turn things around in next week's second leg.

Paddy Power is offering 10/1 that Steven Gerrard's next on-pitch hand gesture is a repeat of Monday night's 'v-sign'.

Confirmation of the starting eleven and substitutes named for the evening game away to Lille OSC.

Yossi Benayoun won't feature tonight.

Liverpool reserves beat Tranmere in the Liverpool Senior Cup last night.