Arne Slot has admitted what many of us already know: our current form has simply not been good enough.
Liverpool is in the spotlight ahead of the match against Palace
Speak via liverpoolfc.com Ahead of tonight’s Carabao Cup match against Crystal Palace, Arne Slot didn’t hesitate when looking back on our recent performances.
“It goes without saying that our recent form has not reached the standards you expect from us or that we expect from ourselves,” the Dutchman wrote in his matchday program notes.
After four successive defeats in the Premier League, including Saturday’s 3-2 defeat to Brentford, the 47-year-old admitted “no excuses” for how we slipped.
“Our responsibility is to recognize what is happening and put things right. There is no other option.”
The stats show that commitment and desire are not the problem, and show that everyone in the locker room sticks together – and that’s exactly what you want to see.
Federico Chiesa has promised that he and his teammates will work harder than ever to get us back on track as quickly as possible.
Liverpool have now conceded two or more goals in nine of their last ten league games, completing 571 long passes – more than any other team in the division.
That figure reflects a deeper tactical problem that the Reds must solve if they are to defend their title.
Slot takes responsibility for Liverpool’s form
The former Feyenoord coach made it clear that he does not shy away from responsibility and added: “Part of this process involves getting hurt.
“We have to be hurt by results like Saturday’s and use those feelings to fuel our motivation.”
He also praised the traveling supporters for their continued support despite the recent results, and called for unity at Anfield tonight: “The more you can support the players by pushing them further, the better – especially when things are difficult for us.”
Liverpool’s goal tally hasn’t dried up yet – 43 consecutive league games with one goal is proof of that. But without tightening up defensively and rediscovering our intensity, that run won’t mean much.
The boss is right: there are no more excuses. Now it’s about showing that on the field.
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