Rafael Benítez quotes

Rafael Benítez is a Spanish football manager and former player, renowned for his tactical expertise and success in European competitions. His coaching career has included leading clubs like Valencia, Liverpool, and Real Madrid, earning several major trophies. He is widely respected for his analytical approach and ability to improve teams under his guidance. Here are 7 of his quotes:

We don't need to give away flags for our fans to wave - our supporters are always there with their hearts, and that is all we need. It's the passion of the fans that helps to win matches - not flags.

Rafael Benítez

We were good friends until Liverpool started winning, then he [Mourinho] started changing his mind.

Rafael Benítez

To me, Arsenal played much better football two or three years ago. They won matches and were exciting to watch. They create excitement so how can you say Chelsea are the best in the world?

Rafael Benítez

The key to them is Abramovich. The only difference I see between Mourinho and [Avram] Grant is in their press conferences! I watched the game at Everton and they were playing the same as they always did. The media might miss Mourinho, but not me.

Rafael Benítez

I asked for a table and they bought me a lamp.

Rafael Benítez

As a manager, you are important sometimes, and you make mistakes, but the most important people are your staff and your players. Never call me 'the special one!'

Rafael Benítez