Craig Bellamy today spoke of his delight after scoring his first goal since his return to Anfield as Liverpool booked their place in the fourth round of the Carling Cup after a 2-1 win at Brighton.
It was the Welsh forward's first strike in a red shirt since his famous Champions League effort at Barcelona in February 2007, and he also played a major role in the vital second goal which saw Dirk Kuyt fire home.
"It was a nice goal and I was pleased with it," Bellamy told Liverpoolfc.tv.
"I managed to link up with Luis Suarez who is such an impressive player and it was a good feeling.
"I thought we steamrollered them in the first half. Our movement and everything was outstanding, but it just proves that when you are so on top you need to score the second and third goal.
"We faded in the second half and they played well. We gave them the incentive but we knew it was going to be a hard fought game.
"It was a bit of relief for us when we got the second goal on the break but we are delighted to get through.
"We had a lot of players out there like myself who needed the 90 minutes and I enjoyed it."
As to how far Liverpool can go in the Carling Cup this season, Liverpool's No.39 prefers to take things one step at a time.
He added: "We've still got a long way to go in the competition and we will try our best. We'll look forward to Saturday's draw now and see who we get."
Bellamy also reflected on his moment of magic which almost provided him with a September Goal of the Month contender when he sent a rasping 40-yard free-kick onto the bar.
"I thought it was in for a minute," he said.
"I've tried it a few times over the last few years which have gone quite well for me. The way these new balls move means if you catch it right you can score.
"Maybe I'll have a bit more luck next time but the most important thing was the team won."
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