Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show Slot’s unpopular opinion & why Liverpool are sticking by him
Jan 29, 2026
Simon Hughes, long-time Liverpool analyst, and James Pearce, experienced Athletic reporter, dig into a 6-0 European win that feels oddly flat. They debate Champions League form versus Premier League realities. Injuries and right-back shortages get close attention. They unpack Arne Slot’s provocative PSG remark and explain why the club continues to back him. A huge Newcastle showdown looms.
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Train-To-Taxi Uber Mix-Up
- James Pearce described an Uber mix-up after a train cancellation that left him out of pocket and unable to claim the fare.
- The random passenger stayed in his booked Uber and the fare rose to £115 before James had to cancel it.
Cup Rout Won't Cure League Worries
- Simon Hughes argued last night's 6-0 win still matters despite Carabao's weaker reputation because momentum and fluency can carry into tougher games.
- He cautioned that the real test is consistency back in the Premier League, starting with Newcastle at Anfield.
Defensive Crisis Raises Transfer Dilemma
- Tony Evans flagged Liverpool's defensive injury crisis as a growing, season-defining problem that increases pressure ahead of the January deadline.
- He noted the club has resisted last-minute loan panic moves given past poor short-term signings and the need for quality solutions.
