Lionel Messi has long had to contend with the criticism that he saves his best for Barcelona but his first hat-trick for Argentina proved a perfect riposte against those who doubted his international credentials.
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Kenny Dalglish wants Liverpool to find clinical edge
Thursday 05 January 2012
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish accepts his side need to sharpen up in front of goal to stand any chance of success this season.
Dalglish welcomes return of Gerrard
Tuesday 27 December 2011
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish believes Steven Gerrard is fitter than he has been for some time and is keen to get his captain back up to speed as quickly as possible.
Jamie Carragher targeting Wembley debut for Liverpool
Wednesday 30 November 2011
Jamie Carragher is determined to make his Wembley debut for Liverpool in the Carling Cup final.
Kenny Dalglish hails Liverpool attitude after Exeter win
Thursday 25 August 2011
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish hailed the attitude of his players after they gave him his 200th win in charge of the Reds by seeing off League One Exeter in the Carling Cup second round.
Dalglish's attacking riches and intent prove too much for Exeter
Thursday 25 August 2011
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Dalglish says owner is wrong: Liverpool can win the title
Thursday 04 August 2011
But love-in quickly resumes as manager insists Henry is best proprietor in League
Rodriguez cries out for Argentina return
Thursday 16 June 2011
Liverpool winger Maxi Rodriguez could be on his way back to Argentina after admitting he has always wanted to return to his boyhood club, Newell's Old Boys.
Liverpool midfielder Maxi Rodriguez wants return to Argentina
Wednesday 15 June 2011
Liverpool winger Maxi Rodriguez could be on his way back to Argentina after admitting he has always wanted to return to boyhood club Newell's Old Boys.
Kenny Dalglish and Mark Hughes praise in form Luis Suarez
Tuesday 10 May 2011
Kenny Dalglish and Mark Hughes were united in their praise of Luis Suarez after another virtuoso performance from the Uruguayan inspired Liverpool to a crushing 5-2 victory at Fulham.
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