Rafael Benítez
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Rafael Benítez Maudes is a Spanish professional football manager and former player.
Benítez in 2015
Benítez managing Liverpool in 2005, his first season at the club
Benítez (right) in April 2007, his third season in charge of Liverpool
Benítez with Chelsea in 2012
The 2008–2009 season was Liverpool's 117th season in existence and their 47th consecutive season in the top-flight of English football. The season began on 1 July 2008 and concluded on 30 June 2009, w
Striker Robbie Keane joined Liverpool in July 2008, but returned to Tottenham Hotspur in January 2009.
Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidić was sent off during Liverpool's 4–1 victory against their rivals.
Liverpool won the first leg of their round of 16 meeting with Real Madrid 1–0.