Rafa has selection problem

Last updated : 06 September 2006 By Al Campbell
With Momo Sissoko and John Arne Riise likely to be fit again Rafa Benitez will have to decide who to leave out of his side on Saturday. Fabio Aurelio has done well since coming in for Riise and Jermaine Pennant has been putting plenty of crosses into the box from the right side of midfield. Does Benitez stick with Pennant or does Gerrard move to the right to accomodate the returning Sissoko? It's a dilemma Rafa Benitez welcomes.

The Liverpool boss also has a difficult choice to make up front. Robbie Fowler is experienced and has no problems scoring against Everton. Craig Bellamy's pace is a vital assest to the Reds and as a lifelong Liverpool fan he will be desperate to put one over the Bitters. Dirk Kuyt had a very impressive debut against West Ham while Peter Crouch is currently scoring goals for fun.

As long as there are no injuries picked up in tonight's internationals Rafa Benitez can go into the Goodison derby with his strongest squad for some time.