Javier Mascherano has been dropped to the bench in favour of Lucas Leiva in a surprising move by Rafa Benitez.
He partners Stevie G in midfield with Benayoun playing just behind Torres upfront.
The Team : Riena, Insua, Johnson, Carragher, Skrtel, Lucas, Gerrard, Riera, Benayoun, Kuyt, Torres.
Subs : Cavalieri, Voronin, Aurelio, Kygiakos, Babl, Mascherano, Ngog.