Liverpool’s Head Coach Discusses Team Consistency Ahead of Manchester City Clash

Liverpool’s head coach, Arne Slot, humorously remarked on his team’s “very consistent” performance in the Premier League this season, albeit highlighting that this consistency has predominantly been marked by losses.

The reigning champions experienced a setback, losing four consecutive league matches, but managed to rebound with a victory against Aston Villa last weekend, followed by a 1-0 triumph over Real Madrid in the Champions League midweek.

Currently, Liverpool trails seven points behind league leaders Arsenal, prompting Slot to emphasize the necessity for the team to engage in the “right things” to narrow the gap in the title race.

“While we have been consistent, it’s important to note that our consistency has been in losing,” Slot stated in a press conference ahead of the upcoming fixture against Manchester City. “We need to maintain consistency in executing our strategies correctly. Facing Manchester City away is one of the toughest challenges in the league, and it is a match that we all eagerly anticipate.”

Reflecting on his previous experiences, Slot mentioned, “Before joining Liverpool, I would always tune in to watch Manchester City vs. Liverpool matches. These encounters are highly anticipated and exciting to witness.”

He continued, “Our primary focus is on ourselves, especially in terms of consistency. We have faced more losses than usual, but we have now secured two consecutive wins. Our objective is to enhance our performance and ensure that the players are fit, and we will see where that leads us.”

In team news, Liverpool could welcome back striker Alexander Isak for the match against City, as he is set to resume training after a groin injury sidelined him for three weeks.

“He will train with the team again for the first time today after his rehabilitation,” Slot confirmed. “Three weeks ago, I mentioned that his pre-season had concluded, and now it is time to assess his progress. However, I must reiterate that three weeks of rehab cannot equate to being at the same level as before; the training environment cannot replace actual match experience. We need to give him some time to adjust.”