Liverpool Tactics

James Pearce urges Liverpool not to panic after worrying performances

Liverpool urged to stay calm as Slot navigates early challenges Context over crisis Perspective is often the first casualty of modern football. One defeat feels like the end of an era, two mean the walls are closing in, and three become the cue for full-scale panic. Yet, as James Pearce in The Athletic outlined, the last...

Pundits agree Slot doesn’t trust any of his right backs

Slot’s trust questioned as Liverpool right-back issue deepens Slot’s early progress now under scrutiny Liverpool’s early season optimism under Arne Slot has faded fast. After seven consecutive victories across all competitions, the Reds’ momentum has come to an abrupt halt with three successive defeats. Losses to Crystal Palace, Galatasaray and Chelsea have dented confidence and exposed...

Former red defends Konate’s form

Coady explains Konate form issues amid Liverpool struggles Konate under the spotlight Ibrahima Konate has found himself at the centre of debate among Liverpool supporters. His form has drawn attention during a difficult start to the club’s Premier League title defence, where nine goals have been conceded in the opening seven matches and three consecutive defeats...

Lewis Steele: How Liverpool can avoid a ‘crisis’ after recent results

Slotball Slump: Why Liverpool’s Momentum Has Stalled Under Arne Slot Liverpool’s early-season dominance under Arne Slot once looked effortless. Seven wins from seven suggested the dawn of a new tactical era — one built on control, intensity, and clinical precision. Yet as the campaign has unfolded, cracks have started to appear in the so-called Slotball...

Journalist explains the real reasons behind Liverpool’s recent struggles

Liverpool’s Teething Problems Demand Calm, Not Crisis Talk Three consecutive defeats will always spark noise around Liverpool, especially when expectations have been raised by a title-winning debut season under Arne Slot. Losing 2-1 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, following defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray, has led to familiar claims about flawed recruitment or tactical...

‘Salah will come good, he always does’ – Ex-Liverpool Star Reveals Liverpool’s ‘bigger’ issue

Salah’s Role Under the Spotlight Mohamed Salah’s influence at Liverpool has long been defined by his devastating impact in attack. Yet, recent performances have prompted debate about whether his limited defensive contribution has become a tactical issue under Arne Slot. Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy believes that while Salah’s freedom to stay high up the...

Carragher doubles down claiming Liverpool ‘far too easy to play through’

Carragher warns Slot over Liverpool’s defensive chaos after third straight defeat Liverpool’s recent struggles have drawn sharp criticism from club legend Jamie Carragher, who has once again questioned Arne Slot’s tactical setup following the Reds’ third consecutive defeat. A 2-1 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge has deepened concerns over the team’s defensive organisation and...

Daniel Sturridge claims Liverpool miss £65m star

Liverpool Still Searching For Spark As Sturridge Highlights Diaz Absence Sturridge Raises Concerns Over Forward Line Dynamics Liverpool’s recent defeat to Chelsea has reignited discussion over whether Arne Slot’s side have lost their attacking cohesion. One former striker believes the answer lies not in tactics or form but in personnel. Daniel Sturridge, speaking on Sky Sports,...

Liverpool fans ‘not convinced’ Arne Slot is learning from losses

Liverpool’s Loss to Chelsea Exposes Structural Flaws and Managerial Missteps Liverpool Falter in London: Three Straight Defeats Under Arne Slot Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge has triggered a wave of honest introspection among Reds supporters. On the Gags Tandon Show for Anfield Index, Gags Tandon and Jack McIndoe dissected what they called a...

Slot explains full back decisions

Liverpool’s Full-Back Dilemma: Slot Balances Kerkez Integration with Tactical Demands Liverpool’s 2–1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge was more than just another setback in their inconsistent start to the Premier League season. It offered another glimpse into the delicate balancing act Arne Slot faces as he attempts to reshape the club’s defensive identity. Slot’s Measured...