Liverpool manager Sloot admitted that it will take a long time to process the defeat.
2025-11-27 04:09
After Liverpool's 1-4 defeat to PSV Eindhoven at Anfield, manager Arne Sloot analyzed the reasons for the loss in the post-match press conference and admitted that it would take time to process the defeat.
Sloth pointed out that the second half saw a significant shift in momentum shortly after kickoff. He noted that the team's aggression under pressure noticeably decreased, which gave PSV Eindhoven the space to control the game.
“The second goal was crucial, but actually we were already struggling more than in the first half before that,” Sloth explained. He specifically mentioned that striker Hugo Ekittik felt back discomfort after halftime, which caused his intensity to decrease during pressing in the attacking third.
When discussing the issue of individual mistakes that have drawn attention, Sloth refused to single out the players. He emphasized, "Mistakes are a team issue, not individual responsibility. Individual mistakes naturally occur in football. What we need to do is react immediately after a mistake, avoid conceding a goal, or even if we do, be able to come back and win the game."
“I think we can all do better, including myself. I’m not going to emphasize any particular individual at this time; we should be discussing the team, not individual mistakes.”
Facing a recent losing streak, Sloot also discussed his mental state. He admitted, "It takes a long time to process a loss. You keep looking for answers, but things aren't as simple as people think. If the answers were that easy, I would have used them to win the game long ago."
“During this period, the coaching staff, players, and I have put in a tremendous effort in the hope of quickly improving the team’s situation. Although the score makes it seem like we did nothing, today I saw a team that keeps trying after many setbacks.”
