Real Madrid coach Ancelotti refuses to criticise Liverpool line-up

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti refused to criticise Brendan Rodgers over Liverpool's line-up last night.

Karim Benzema struck the only goal of the 1-0 Champions League win.

Ancelotti said: "I can't assess Liverpool's starting line-up."

"Perhaps he tried to put out the freshest possible starting eleven in order to put more pressure on us. That did not surprise me. There is quality opposition throughout the group, and Liverpool always have a greater chance of qualifying because of their history and experience in the competition. Although they need to win their two matches and that won't be easy."