We start with a crucial Champions League encounter en route to Istanbul as the Reds produced a brilliant display to beat Deportivo La Coruna at the Riazor.

Rafael Benitez's Reds gave their hopes of reaching the Champions League knockout phase a massive boost with a crucial 1-0 win.

Going into the game the manager had suffered a blow with the news that playmaker Xabi Alonso was ruled out through injury, but he put faith in Igor Biscan and the Croatian international didn't disappoint.

Biscan was classy in midfield and was an inspirational figure. Jorge Andrade's own goal after 13 minutes was enough to secure Benitez a winning return to Spain.