It was probably the worst performance Liverpool have seen in a long time. Sunday saw them crumble and crumble under the pressure of a strengthened Arsenal side. What surprised me most about this game was that Liverpool could not overcome the pressure and atmosphere of the opposing team.It was a wonderful sight to see them wilt under the pressure.
Virgil van Dijk and Alisson, two pillars of this generation, conspired to receive the dreaded own goal.It was a brutal game and while the Reds’ goal isn’t one you can quickly add to your highlights list, I don’t think it was a season-defining moment.
Yes, Jurgen Klopp’s men now have much less control over the competition. That doesn’t mean I can’t create and make magic happen. I would be concerned if these lethargic and lethargic performances were a common theme. That said, it’s unlike anything we’ve seen for most of this season. It felt like the games at the beginning of last season when things looked the most dire.
Conor Bradley’s loss of form due to family issues was a clear blow. From there it went in all directions. With Wataru Endo recently returning from international duty and Mohamed Salah nearing fitness, Klopp will still be confident going forward. Endo, in particular, would be very comfortable in a midfield role in these types of matches. As expected, yes. It was an unsightly display and some parts needed cleaning. But I’ll point to these anomalies as an example of a five-month period in which this team played at an elite level.
If Liverpool fail to make a comeback, they may have to consider dusting themselves off. For now, I’m looking to match him up against a very inspired and talented title contender.
