Gale thanks Rafa

Last updated : 28 January 2008 By Al Campbell
After Saturday's 5-2 FA Cup fourth round win over non-leaguers Havant & Waterlooville Rafa Benitez went into the away dressing room to congratulate the Hawks on a fantastic performance.

"Rafa knocked on the door and came in to say well done at the end. I've got the utmost respect for him. He's one of the world's best managers and what he did means the world to me. I'm gutted to lose but can accept it at Anfield," said Gale.

"Their players also came in, signed shirts for us, we were treated magnificently."