Liverpool striker Fernando Torres, nicknamed El Nino, has come in for criticism recently, with many people stating he looked an unhappy figure this season. Torres has been in for some rough treatment this term so far, but the Spanish striker showed why he's considered the best in the world in yesterdays victory over West Ham. Skipper Steven Gerrard certainly agrees with that assessment, stating the criticism comes with the territory.“He seems to be playing okay," said Gerrard in the Star.
“That’s the standard he sets. He was certainly on fire today and got two goals for us. When you’re a top player, you get that sort of criticism.
“We’re building confidence slowly. The two defeats were a bit of a blow but hopefully we can go on a run now.”
Torres who's first goal was a sublime solo effort that seemed near impossible to complete when he received the all. His second was a header from a Ryan Babel cross, who somehow found space between two West Ham players.
Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez said: “I think we deserved all three points. I’m really pleased because the players showed character.”
“Fernando is a very good player."
“Last week he was not scoring and everybody was asking if he was fit or not."
“This week he scores two goals and I was very pleased. He was working hard. He was a threat. The main thing for us is for him to keep working. He’s keen to learn. Hopefully he will get better."
“He’s now fit but if he can’t play one or two games we have Dirk Kuyt or Babel."
“If he keeps playing like he did today I am sure he will be one of the best strikers in the Premier League.”
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