Liverpool international break

Slot frustrated by world class international’s lack of playing time

Slot weighs up defensive options as Isak situation highlighted during injury spell Liverpool return from the international break facing a demanding sequence of fixtures, and Arne Slot has offered a candid assessment of the challenges ahead. With a packed calendar and several key defenders unavailable, the manager is navigating one of the most intense periods...

Liverpool international roundup: Virgil van Dijk, Florian Wirtz and more

Liverpool In Focus During Busy International Friday International football brought a full schedule for Liverpool as nine players stepped out for their countries on Friday. It was a day that highlighted contrasting fortunes across continents, with competitive qualifiers mixing alongside friendlies and age group fixtures. Dutch Trio Maintain Momentum In Group G Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo...

Hugo Ekitike reflects on ‘childhood dream’ after scoring first France goal

Ekitike Seizes His Moment on the International Stage France’s latest outing offered an ideal reset for players searching for rhythm and opportunity and few embraced that platform more effectively than Hugo Ekitike. While Liverpool’s domestic form has raised concerns, the young forward delivered a reminder of his potential with a breakout cameo that resonated far...

Liverpool star slammed by the media after recent performance

Kerkez Search for Rhythm at Liverpool Milos Kerkez arrived at Liverpool in the summer with the reputation of being one of Europe’s most promising young full backs, yet his first months on Merseyside have been a test of resilience. The Hungarian defender has found rhythm difficult to establish, losing his place in Arne Slot’s starting...

Arne Slot may give Liverpool Trio a chance after international break

Liverpool’s Reset: Slot’s Quiet Work with Jones and Chiesa Offers Fresh Hope As Liverpool’s players return from international duty, the focus turns back to Arne Slot and his work at Kirkby. The Dutchman has used this two-week pause not merely as a rest period, but as a vital opportunity to rebuild rhythm, confidence, and cohesion...

Tony Evans: Slot’s Sharp Lessons Fuel Liverpool’s Next-Level Ambitions

Slot Ready to Raise the Bar After Title-Winning Start This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: Arne Slot’s debut season at Anfield delivered more than anyone expected, with Liverpool crowned Premier League champions. But the Dutchman is still reflecting on the missteps. The loss to...

Watch: Video footage released as Isak trains with Liverpool teammates for first time

Isak Trains with Liverpool for First Time Ahead of Burnley Clash Liverpool’s record signing Alexander Isak has finally trained with his new team-mates for the first time, stepping onto the pitches at the AXA Training Centre as preparations intensify for the weekend’s Premier League trip to Burnley. https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1965777281357598829 The Swedish striker completed his £125 million transfer on...

Conor Bradley Praises ‘Unbelievable’ Liverpool Star Ahead of International Clash

Conor Bradley Relishes Chance to Face Liverpool Teammate Florian Wirtz on International Duty Liverpool have gone into the international break with a perfect record in the Premier League, three wins from three and a sense that Arne Slot’s new-look side is already bedding in. Among the summer arrivals, Florian Wirtz stands out. Signed from Bayer...

Alan Shearer Reacts to Alexander Isak’s £125m Move to Liverpool

Liverpool, Alan Shearer and the Alexander Isak Debate Liverpool’s resurgence under Arne Slot has been emphatic. The Dutchman, who guided the club to the Premier League title in his debut campaign, has been backed heavily in the transfer market. Over £400 million has been invested this summer, and the headline arrival is Alexander Isak from...

Report: Liverpool forward not giving up on Anfield future

Federico Chiesa's Patience at Liverpool Starts to Pay Off Chiesa Embracing the Challenge at Anfield Patience isn’t often a trait associated with modern footballers. But Federico Chiesa seems to be proving an exception. Despite limited minutes and an uncertain role under Arne Slot, the Italian winger isn’t just staying positive—he’s embracing the fight for his place. Speaking...