Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez admitted the 0-0 home draw with Fulham was two points lost. "At the end of the day we have lost two points at home where you have to think you can win every game," Benitez told Sky Sports.

"It is a pity and frustrating because we did not win and we know that Chelsea have drawn and Arsenal have lost. We are really disappointed.

"We did not have enough energy. We were not controlling the game. Normally when you do not play well you cannot win."

The Spanish tactician believes the midweek international friendlies played a part in his side's lacklustre display.

"When players go for international games we know they are going to be tired so we tried to manage the squad," added Benitez.

"We had to decide which players had fresh legs."