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Liverpool’s Slot under fire from former Premier League defender

Phil Jones questions Arne Slot’s Liverpool rebuild amid mixed results Former Manchester United defender Phil Jones has offered a critical assessment of Arne Slot’s start at Liverpool, suggesting the Dutch manager may be “clutching at straws” as he works to stabilise a team still searching for consistency. Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s 2–0 win over Aston...

Van Dijk rallies against ‘lazy criticism’

Van Dijk Responds to Rooney Criticism After Liverpool’s Crucial Win Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has responded firmly to comments made by former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney, who accused him and Mohamed Salah of lacking leadership during the club’s recent struggles. The defender’s reply came shortly after Liverpool ended their poor run of form...

“Enjoy Salah while you can, because this looks like the last dance” – Liverpool fans react to 2-0 win over Villa

Liverpool 2-0 Aston Villa: Salah Scores as Slot’s Reds Show Signs of Life Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Aston Villa at Anfield was the latest subject of Post-Match Raw on Anfield Index, with Trev Downey joined by Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett to reflect on a performance that combined resilience, composure and some clinical finishing. Arne...

Salah and Szoboszlai Restore Liverpool’s Rhythm in Win Over Aston Villa

Liverpool 2 - 0 Aston Villa – Premier League Postmortem By Steven Smith With Liverpool looking to respond after a difficult few weeks, Arne Slot’s men produced a much-improved display to claim a deserved 2–0 victory at Anfield. The atmosphere was one of cautious optimism before kick-off, but a mixture of energy, structure, and determination finally...

Details revealed of clause for Liverpool star

Elliott’s Fall From Promise To Periphery Harvey Elliott’s career once appeared to be moving on a steady upward curve. From being Jurgen Klopp’s trusted young spark to England Under-21 player of the tournament, he seemed destined for a central role in Liverpool’s future. Yet, as Arne Slot reshaped the side in his image, the 22-year-old...

Slot hails ‘outstanding’ defender against Villa

Bradley Steps Up as Slot Finds His New Defender World Beater Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Aston Villa may not have set pulses racing in its style, but it delivered exactly what Arne Slot needed – assurance, control and the kind of hunger that had faded during the previous four defeats. It was a night that...

Slot heralds ‘unbelievable’ star

Arne Slot Praises ‘Almost Unbelievable’ Mohamed Salah Milestone as Liverpool Beat Aston Villa Liverpool ended a run of four consecutive Premier League defeats with a crucial 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield. The win brought calm back to Arne Slot’s side, who looked sharper, more confident, and, for the first time in weeks, in...

Liverpool players stats show he was back to his best

Salah and Gravenberch Shine as Liverpool Reignite Season with Aston Villa Victory Liverpool returned to winning ways in style, overcoming Aston Villa 2–0 at Anfield in what many will regard as their most complete performance under Arne Slot so far. After a difficult spell that saw six defeats in seven matches, this was a timely...

David Lynch’s Three Key Takeaways as Liverpool Beat Aston Villa

David Lynch reacts to Liverpool's 2-0 win over Aston Villa Liverpool supporters arrived at Anfield craving something more than just three points. After four straight Premier League defeats, confidence had dipped like a winter afternoon at Stanley Park. A 2-0 win over Aston Villa provided the balm, yet it was the manner of the performance...

Man of the Match: ‘Brilliant’ Liverpool Star Stole the Show vs Aston Villa

Liverpool 2 - 0 Aston Villa – Premier League Man of the Match Every so often, a player delivers a performance that drags a faltering side back toward its identity — and on this occasion, that player was Dominik Szoboszlai. In a week defined by noise, uncertainty, and growing unease around Arne Slot’s project, the...