Riise backs the boss

Last updated : 17 December 2003 By Adam Bryant

The Norwegian defender is confident that the current form is just a blip, and Liverpool can still qualify for the Champions League.

"The manager is doing everything he can and everyone is right behind him," he said.

"The last couple of games have been disappointing but it is too easy to blame the manager.

"It is the players out on the pitch, and we've not been playing our best.

"We can turn things around and are gunning for a Champions League spot."