Rafael Benitez has hailed Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina after the Spaniard produced a sparkling display to deny Everton in the Merseyside derby. The former Villarreal stopper made a string of saves throughout the ninety minutes as the Reds ran out 2-0 winners and finally restored some Anfield pride after another traumatic week.
"When we signed him we knew he was a good keeper and he is improving here," said Benitez of Reina.
"Xavi Valero, our goalkeeping coach, is doing a really good job with him and you can see him improving every day.
"For me he is one of the best goalkeepers in the world and (yesterday) he showed why.
"It was a great save. In this situation he was amazing."