Liverpool are doing one thing so well under Arne Slot that has gone unnoticed up until now - opinion
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Liverpool have struggled massively this season and have not had too many positives to take from games, although statistics would say otherwise. Who was your man of the match during Liverpool’s impressive 2-0 win over Brighton?
Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say However, despite results before being not good enough at all, Liverpool were doing the right things, they had just not got the balance right.One statistic in particular shows exactly that, with it now appearing more obvious due to the Reds’ improved run of form. Liverpool top the Premier League table for chances created and xGSome fans simply cannot stand statistics and all the underlying data, but it really does help understand the strengths and weaknesses of any team.Liverpool are usually good on the eye, although this season would say otherwise, but some numbers show that they actually have been doing all the right things.As per WhoScored.com, no Premier League team so far has created more chances than Liverpool’s 197, showing just how much of an attacking threat they are.They turn these chances into goalscoring opportunities too as they also have a higher expected goals (xG) than any other team with 30.2.The fact they have scored 26 shows that they are not underperforming too much either, with it being their defence that has let them down.
Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesWill he play for Liverpool again? 👇 Join the debate; share your insight. Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say But now with that issue looking to be sorted, they are getting the fruits of their labour, proving that they are still the free-flowing and attacking team everyone knows they are.Arne Slot has found his best systemAlthough he may not have found his best XI just yet, he has certainly found a system that works and one that can see players play in multiple roles.The diamond formation suits Liverpool’s midfielders down to the ground, with stars like Curtis Jones thriving and becoming a key man.This also helps the defence be more resolute and protected, which in turn frees up the attackers in the final third, showing how one change has impacted everything.If they can carry on like this, Liverpool might just be able to get their season back on track, with things looking a little more optimistic than they were not too long ago.