Liverpool's undefeated run haunted by Crystal Palace's balanced play

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On Saturday at Selhurst Park, they halted Liverpool’s unbeaten run with a 2-1 victory, becoming the only side yet to lose a league game.Liverpool knew the threat. Palace outplayed Arne Slot’s side in crucial areas, and Liverpool had only themselves to blame for their first defeat of the season.Defensive Woes ResurfaceThe warning signs came early, and Liverpool’s defensive frailties again cost them.

They forced Liverpool into awkward positions, with the visitors often caught scrambling.“Palace have a few threats. Palace’s defensive shape, anchored by Guehi and keeper Dean Henderson, who contributed three massive saves, refused Liverpool’s put-back momentum.

Crystal Palace v Liverpool - Premier League | Gaspafotos/MB Media/GettyImagesBut Liverpool’s inability to solidify their defense proved costly, and Palace struck back with the winner by Edward Nketiah in the last minute, a script that usually belongs to Liverpool in stoppage time.Final WordFor Liverpool, this defeat is more than just a blip. Palace’s balance and discipline exposed the cracks in Slot’s early system, particularly at the back.