Kuyt calls for consistency

Last updated : 22 February 2008 By Al Campbell
The Reds' form has been up and down this season but Dirk Kuyt believes it's time the players started showing some consistency and followed up Tuesday's fine result with another good performance against Middlesbrough tomorrow.

"I think there is pressure on all of us, the players and the manager," said the striker.

"Everybody was expecting a lot from Liverpool this season, but unfortunately we have not played that well the last few months.

"But at least we have shown that we are a better team than last Saturday.

"We know we have to keep focused now - because we want to play many more good games, not only in the Champions League but also in the league.

"If you can beat teams like Inter Milan and play well, it gives us a high level of confidence in the squad.

"Now we have another important league game at the weekend at home to Middlesbrough. What we need to be is more consistent now."