"They are always very important for us. If we can keep them fit and playing at this level it will be very good and very difficult for United to stop them," said Benitez.
"If we want to stay in the race for the title we have to win. The only thing we can do now is win the next game, get three points and see the situation. I don't know if we can stop them winning the title but we will try. I believe we can win.
"If we play at the same level as Tuesday we can beat anyone - hopefully we can do it."