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Benitez: Gerrard More Complete Than Ronaldo
8 Oct
Summary
- Benitez coached Steven Gerrard at Liverpool for five seasons.
- Gerrard was integral to Liverpool's 2005 Champions League win.
- Benitez managed Ronaldo and Benzema but rates Gerrard highest.
Rafael Benitez has revealed that former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is the most complete player he has ever coached. This assertion places Gerrard above football superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, whom Benitez also managed. Benitez shared his views in a recently released book celebrating Liverpool's iconic players.
During their five seasons together at Anfield, Benitez and Gerrard achieved significant success, including the 2005 Champions League and the 2006 FA Cup. Gerrard's pivotal role in these victories, coupled with his peak performance under Benitez's guidance, earned him prestigious individual accolades. Benitez detailed Gerrard's remarkable attributes, including power, aerial ability, potent shooting with both feet, passing range, and ball control. He noted that Gerrard's tactical understanding and game tempo awareness improved over time, making him a truly exceptional and well-rounded midfielder.
