Alan Shearer leaves Arne Slot in no doubt about importance of Liverpool vs Aston Villa

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"If they lose on Saturday, I don't see them in the title race," Shearer told Betfair. Saturday evening is huge — another defeat, and I think they're out of it.

"I wouldn't say crisis just yet — but they're in a very sticky situation. Arne Slot previews Liverpool's game with Aston Villa, October 31, 2025 "But when you're a club already struggling and desperately in need of a result, it's risky to put out that sort of side and those substitutes.

"If they lose on Saturday, I don't see them in the title race. Saturday evening is huge — another defeat, and I think they're out of it." Liverpool.com says: It is too soon to rule anything out in the Premier League title race but the Reds can't afford to be left too far behind.