Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez hailed his goalkeeper Pepe Reina after his amazing heroics in their 2-0 win at Everton.

Benitez was stunned by an "amazing" double-save from Reina 20 minutes from time when, with his side under pressure, the Spain international dived low to his left to keep out Tim Cahill's header and then stood up to block Marouane Fellaini's rebound.

"It was a great save from Pepe Reina, which was crucial also. He showed he is a top-class keeper," said Benitez.

"To defend a lot of throw-ins, corners and free-kicks during 90 minutes against a team which is good in the air as Everton is not easy but he helped the team and in this situation he was amazing."