Liverpool coach Arne Slot fears that The Reds will not reach the top 4 finish in the Premier League this season. The Dutch coach concludes this on the basis of painful statistics.
It is almost surprising that Liverpool is having a disappointing season understatement. The national champion has to make do with a meager fifth place in the Premier League halfway through the season. Moreover, Slot has been under a magnifying glass for some time due to its mediocre results.
The Reds have conceded eleven goals from set pieces so far this season. “I know the importance of set pieces. That is becoming increasingly important. That is why this balance is so frustrating. You will not end up in the top four and you will certainly not become champion,” Slot concluded during a press conference.
“We are the only top team that has a negative balance in that area,” Slot continued. “If you consider that, it is special that we are fifth. But we also know why: because we are number one in the Premier League in creating open chances.” By the way, Manchester City is at -1 according to data agency Opta.
