I have created this thread as a tribute to Rafa Benitez. This thread is for pictures and thankful comments and fond memories only. No pro’s vs cons arguments, no debates. No sarcastic comments and no statistics. Just a show of appreciation to a great man.
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Whether you thought it was the right time, or the wrong time, whether you think that it’s a good thing or a bad thing that he’s gone – lets just thank him for the 6 years of service he’s given to this club. Thank him for his commitment, passion and efforts. Whatever you think of him, he cared deeply about LFC and always will. And lets thank him for bringing home number 5. Winning the champions league for the 5th time, that enabled us to keep the trophy.
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On the 3 June 2010 Rafa Benitez parted company with Liverpool Football Club by mutual consent.
In a short statement Rafa said:
"It is very sad for me to announce that I will no longer be manager of Liverpool FC. I would like to thank all of the staff and players for their efforts.
"I'll always keep in my heart the good times I've had here, the strong and loyal support of the fans in the tough times and the love from Liverpool. I have no words to thank you enough for all these years and I am very proud to say that I was your manager.
"Thank you so much once more and always remember: You'll never walk alone."
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To quote Badbob from the Rafa thread, as it sums up my thoughts as well:
I have great respect for Rafa as a manager and I always believed he had the best interests of the club at heart. He clearly loved the supporters and the city and gave his all for the club. He gave us so many great moments during his time and helped make us an absolute force in Europe once more. I'm gutted he wasn't able to build on the great start he had and wish him all the best at Inter or wherever he ends up. A top manager and a top gent. Thanks for everything Rafa.
Thank you Rafa. YNWA.
