Real Madrid

Do you think Barcelona feel more pressure now?
I don't know. We just focus on ourselves. It's better for us the closer we get to them, but we have to keep on playing this way. Everything's possible if we keep this up. Everything can change in just one game. I guess they'll feel more pressure the closer we get. The match with Loverpool is more important now. This weekend we'll face Espanyol and we'll have to start thinking about La Liga again.

Whom do you prefer, Casillas or Reina?
It depends, on or off the pitch? Jokes aside, I had a very good relationship with Pepe at Liverpool; we connected the very first minute we met. Both of them are very good friends of mine and they have very different styles. Pepe is stronger and likes to play in the Premiership; he is not afraid of leaving his goal if need be. Casillas is great in one-on-ones and on the goal-line. I've been playing for many years, but I learn from both of them.

How can the team defeat Liverpool?
We need to be concentrated. Liverpool aren't very fast, but they are currently playing very well in the last 15 to 20 minutes, like against Manchester City last weeked. They are very dangerous when they take set pieces; all English teams are, but they are even more dangerous. The way to win is to score more than them.

Will your return to Anfield be emotional?
I had great experiences there both on and off the pitch. It will be very emotional because I have many friends there. My heart is a bit shaky... It is never easy to face your previous club, but I'm sure I'll enjoy it.

Are you enjoying your stay at Real Madrid?
I knew it would be tough when I signed on and that I would be the second keeper. I wanted to know the country and its football. The coaches I had in Holland told me I should sign for a Spanish team before I went to England because it suited my style better. I am enjoying myself, but I also work very hard because being the team's second keeper implies being ready to play all the time in case something happens. I also wanted to know how the Club was from the inside and it's been an amazing experience.

Do you think Liverpool would be making a mistake if they didn't extend Benitez's contract?
He is doing a great job. I hope he stays on because he is an important coach for the club, for the players and for the fans. He brings hope to the latter and makes them believe the team can win the Premiership. I think the sooner the situation is resolved, the better it will be for Liverpool.

Is there a chance you may play on Wednesday?
Casillas had some niggles before our previous match, but he is ready to play on Wednesday. I'm ready for when the time comes. I would enjoy it, but I think Iker won't have any problems to play.