Dirk praises Torres

Last updated : 09 April 2010 By Al Campbell

Torres became the first Liverpool player in the club's history to score a brace in four successive home games and the latest, against Benfica last night saw the Reds through to the semi-finals of the Europa League. After the game Kuyt was quick to praise his fellow goalscorer.

"It was a great home performance and a massive result for us against a very good side," said the Dutch international, who got the Reds underway last night with his 27th minute strike.

"Almost every goal was of the highest quality. Fernando's first goal was absolutely superb and for me one of the best goals of the season. We had a corner against us which ended with a great counter attack.

"It was a good pass from Yossi and I was able to cross the ball for Fernando to score as he does always. I was happy to play a part in the goal and it gave me almost the same feeling as if I'd scored the goal myself.

"When we play well as a team and work hard for each other you can see we are a very good team and a tough side to beat.

"When they scored we knew they would have to push hard so there would be a lot of space for us to try and take advantage of, so we tried to stay focus, but when you've got Fernando in your side you don't worry because you know he will always do something special.

"He is just a a very special player and this was a great night for us."