Liverpool's nine-game winless run has finally hit a red card: boss Arne Slot has sounded the alarm, urging his players to fight together through this difficult period. The Danish manager couldn't be more direct after Wednesday's 4-1 thrashing by PSV Eindhoven at Anfield - their worst result in 71 years.
Slot knows that the current crisis requires a unified response from every single player in the squad. It can't just be one or two individuals who step up; it has to be a collective effort if Liverpool are going to break this miserable run. For now, however, there's still no clarity on what exactly needs changing - whether it's changes at the back, with midfield control, or even their attack.
The results have been stark, and for once, it's not just about where they finish in the table but how well they've done so far from that viewpoint. As such, fans will be watching closely to see if Slot's message of unity falls flat and if Liverpool can actually put some consistency back into their game, particularly away games.
This season has tested Liverpool's resolve as much as it has been a test on their ability to keep up with the pace set by teams like Manchester City or even the likes of PSV Eindhoven. It will be tough, but at least the boss seems clear-eyed about what needs fixing - and if that results in some tangible changes soon, then there's hope for these struggling Reds.
Slot knows that the current crisis requires a unified response from every single player in the squad. It can't just be one or two individuals who step up; it has to be a collective effort if Liverpool are going to break this miserable run. For now, however, there's still no clarity on what exactly needs changing - whether it's changes at the back, with midfield control, or even their attack.
The results have been stark, and for once, it's not just about where they finish in the table but how well they've done so far from that viewpoint. As such, fans will be watching closely to see if Slot's message of unity falls flat and if Liverpool can actually put some consistency back into their game, particularly away games.
This season has tested Liverpool's resolve as much as it has been a test on their ability to keep up with the pace set by teams like Manchester City or even the likes of PSV Eindhoven. It will be tough, but at least the boss seems clear-eyed about what needs fixing - and if that results in some tangible changes soon, then there's hope for these struggling Reds.