Liverpool manager, Rafael Benitez, enthused about the performance of Fernando Torres in our impressive 4-1 destruction of battling Pompey at Anfield this afternoon, but dampened down any talk of the title race hotting up.

“It was a great performance from the team, especially in the first half, we looked good and created a lot of chances. But then we got a little bit nervous against a team with a very good away record.” stated Rafa.

“Torres, though, is always a threat. Not only that he makes room for our other players.

“He has a good mentality and experience. He uses his ability and pace to hurt defenders.

“When you have a team like ours behind you it is easy for someone like him to get chances.”

“It is too early to talk about the title or whether we will be in the top four,” added the Spaniard.

“There are a number of sides around that mark, who are playing well, so you cannot say who are going to be contenders.”