Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show Booed at Anfield: Where does Slot go from here?
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Jan 19, 2026 James Pearce, a Liverpool correspondent known for his transfer insights, and Andy Jones, a football writer and analyst, discuss the frustration after Liverpool's draw with Burnley. They probe the boos from fans, considering whether they were justified amid a troubling series of matches. The duo debates Arne Slot’s management decisions, missed penalties, and Liverpool's tactical struggles. They also touch on transfer news concerning Marc Guehi and analyze the upcoming Champions League challenge against Marseille.
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Chance Creation Versus Conversion Problem
- Liverpool created enough chances to win comfortably but repeatedly failed to convert them.
- James Pearce argues the unbeaten run is built on fragile foundations and anxiety invites errors late on.
Pattern Of Squandered Opportunities
- Fans' frustration stems from a pattern of wasted gilt-edged chances and brittle game management.
- Andy Jones and James Pearce note one costly five-minute spell undone Liverpool despite earlier dominance.
Change Sooner When Momentum Falls
- Make earlier, decisive substitutions when momentum drops to prevent opposition encouragement.
- Tony Evans' listener example urges Arne Slot to act quicker and substitute struggling players like Gakpo sooner.
