Rafa backs Robbie to shine

Rafa Benitez has backed struggling Liverpool frontman Robbie Keane to start bagging goals again after a couple of disappointing performances. Since joining Tottenham this summer, Keane's form has been erratic. Keane missed a few key opportunities to score during Monday's game against West Ham at Anfield.

After a difficult start to life at Anfield, Robbie Keane started to show his credentials bagging a few important goals.

However, it seems that in the absence of Fernando Torres - when Keane was expected to step up to the plate - Keane has failed to do so.

Benitez said: ''We know what kind of player Robbie Keane is. He needs people around him to pass the ball well. I believe he will be okay, he will score more if we create chances for him.

''But if that does not happen we have to use players with different qualities to open up the game.

''Robbie does get disappointed when things are not going his way. He is a worker, but he can improve."