Slot on worst run as Liverpool boss: 'Fine margins'

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Liverpool's difficult run under manager Arne Slot continued as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, marking their third consecutive loss in the Premier League. Chelsea took the lead early through a long-range strike by Moises Caicedo in the 14th minute, but Liverpool equalised in the 63rd minute when Cody Gakpo capitalised on a deft touch from Alexander Isak inside Chelsea's penalty area. The match looked set to end in a draw despite efforts from Liverpool’s key players, including Mohamed Salah and Florian Wirtz.

However, Chelsea secured a dramatic winner deep into injury time. In the 95th minute, Marc Cucurella set up 18-year-old Brazilian winger Estêvão, who calmly slotted the ball past Liverpool's goalkeeper at the far post.

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville criticized some Liverpool performances, singling out centre-back Ibrahima Konate for continuing his recent poor form and suggesting that his display was even irritating to manager Arne Slot, resulting in his substitution in the 56th minute. Alexis Mac Allister was also singled out for a lackluster performance in midfield, which contributed to Liverpool’s struggles.

Despite the defeat, Slot described Liverpool as the dominant team during the match and emphasized the fine margins that have affected the team recently. He noted that Liverpool had chances to win in the final stages but were ultimately undone by a last-second goal. Slot acknowledged the challenge of playing at Stamford Bridge and reflected on the close nature of the match, underlining the frustration of conceding so late after having been on the right side of such margins for many months.

This latest loss leaves Liverpool in a troubling position, with questions mounting about the team’s form and key players’ performances as they seek to halt their slide in the league.

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