Liverpool 2-1 Wolves: 5 talking points as Arne Slot shown what’s missing

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On an afternoon swathed in emotion as Liverpool met Wolves for the first time since Diogo Jota‘s passing, the Reds put another foot forward and evidenced some signs of where the future is heading. Liverpool 2-1 Wolves Premier League (18) | Anfield December 27, 2025 Goals: Gravenberch 41′, Wirtz 42′; Bueno 51′ Liverpool 2-1 Wolves: Key talking points • Jota remembered: Anfield paid an emotional tribute to Diogo Jota, with his children leading the teams out as mascots • Tactical identity: Arne Slot‘s midfield structure is returning, aided by the high-energy overlapping runs of Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong • Courage needed: Despite the win, the Reds must rediscover their bravery to kill off games and fix set-piece vulnerabilities 1.

Both Liverpool and Wolves did a fitting and touching job of uniting today to remember Diogo Jota. In the spells against Wolves in which Liverpool were dominant, the full-backs were active every single time.

Job done but major trait still missing With each win comes another top up measure of confidence, but right now Liverpool need courage. Liverpool need to wise up and rediscover their bravery – it’s still in there somewhere.