Rafa pleased with cup win

Last updated : 22 April 2006 By Al Campbell
First leg goals from Robbie Threlfall, Ryan Flynn and Miki Roque were enough to give the Reds a 3-2 aggregate win over Man City and to lift the FA Youth Cup for the first time since the Michael Owen, Jamie Carragher and David Thompson inspired side of ten years ago.

Benitez is currently preparing the first team for today's FA Cup semi-final with Chelsea but he took time out to congratulate the youth team on their deserved success.

"I would like to congratulate the youth team for tonight's success," said Benitez. 
 
"It is always important to win trophies and I am delighted they have gone all the way in this competition.
 
"I'd like to give my congratulations to the players, staff, management and everyone connected with the youth team for this victory."