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Liverpool fans to show their support for Rafa

Liverpool fans are set to stage a massive protest in support of Rafael Benitez at their crucial Champions League game against Porto tonight after his future was put in jeopardy by the club's American owners.

The manager is in danger of losing his job after criticising Tom Hicks and George Gillett over their transfer policy.

Backing the boss: Fans show their support for Benitez

A fans' march and non-stop chanting of his name are planned at Anfield, where Liverpool need a win to keep their European hopes alive.

Captain Steven Gerrard said: "We realise there is stuff going on behind the scenes but as a player you have just got to blank that out. We mustn't get distracted."

Joking around: Pepe Reina (bottom), Fernando Torres and Rafa Benitez (right) share a joke in training

Meanwhile, Celtic striker Scott McDonald is determined to get revenge on Shakhtar Donetsk at Parkhead tonight after the Scots lost 2-0 in Ukraine. He said: "They probably caught us on our heels in the first Champions League game." • Live on Sky Sports Xtra 7.45pm

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