Title race over? Liverpool's Van Dijk says not yet

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Following Liverpool's recent 3-0 defeat to Manchester City, Virgil van Dijk emphasized that the Premier League title race is not over yet, despite Liverpool sitting eight points behind leaders Arsenal in eighth place. Van Dijk stated there is "no point looking at the table" at this stage, highlighting that losing multiple games means the table positions are not a true reflection of the season’s outcome so early on. He stressed that the real title battle typically becomes decisive around March or April, and Liverpool must remain humble and focused on hard work rather than current standings.

Van Dijk expressed confidence that the club can still turn their season around. He urged his team and fans to concentrate on consistent performance improvements instead of getting distracted by the gap in points or league position after a difficult start to the season. Liverpool captain Van Dijk acknowledged the challenge ahead but maintained optimism about the team's ability to recover and compete for the title with dedication and resilience.

He said, "We have to stay humble and we have to keep working and that is the only aim and the only thing we should focus on." This perspective reflects Van Dijk's experience and leadership, encouraging Liverpool to look forward to the demanding months ahead and maintain belief in their capacity to challenge for the Premier League crown despite setbacks.