Friedel is No 1 - Redknapp

Friedel is No 1 - Redknapp

Published Sep. 16, 2011 9:15 a.m. ET

Cudicini had a starring role in Thursday night's Europa League goalless draw against PAOK Salonika, but will be back on the bench when the Reds visit on Sunday. Cudicini gave away a first-half penalty, which PAOK missed, but he made amends by pulling off three late saves to deny the Greek side and leave Spurs to return to England with a point from their opening Group A game. The Londoners return to Premier League action this weekend when they take on Liverpool at White Hart Lane in another test of their top-four credentials. They have conceded eight goals in their opening three games, but Brad Friedel, who has overtaken Heurelho Gomes as Spurs' number one this year, has performed well between the posts. That means, despite his impressive display on Thursday night, Cudicini will be back on the bench on Sunday. "Yes, Carlo played well, but Brad Friedel has been fantastic," Redknapp said. "At the moment, in the Premier League, Brad has the jersey. "I think he's been magnificent. I'm lucky. We've got three top goalkeepers here."

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