Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show Can Slot turn things around?
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Nov 24, 2025 Simon Hughes, a seasoned football journalist, and Andy Jones, an emotive football writer, dive into Liverpool's recent defeat to Nottingham Forest. They dissect Virgil van Dijk's blunt reaction and the alarming dip in performance levels. The discussion touches on the impact of the fans leaving early and how that reflects faith in manager Arne Slot, who faces mounting pressure. They also debate Liverpool's upcoming Champions League clash with PSV as a possible turning point, weighing chances for revival against heavy criticism of recent team dynamics.
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Team Tempo And Multiple Faults
- Liverpool currently lack tempo and consistent decision-making across matches.
- Simon Hughes highlights multiple simultaneous issues rather than a single cause for poor form.
Van Dijk's Tone Signals Deeper Issue
- Virgil van Dijk publicly sounded unusually negative about the squad's headspace.
- Simon Hughes reads that as a sign Liverpool have lost fight and confidence.
Match Fell Apart After That Corner
- Andy Jones describes the game turning after Forest's set-piece confusion and Liverpool's visible deflation.
- He felt the first goal made the match feel like it was over from the ground.
