Liverpool manager Arne Slot, speaking to TNT Sports: “It could have been a challenging venue for us, primarily due to their fans, players, and management. We needed to perform at our best today, and we certainly did. There were missed opportunities on the counter-attack, but overall, we were very proactive with the ball. With three goals scored, everyone feels more optimistic compared to when we create five opportunities but only convert one.
“In our last 13 games, we’ve only found ourselves behind for 54 minutes. We had numerous chances to secure a win today, and I believe we earned our result. We weren’t the victims of bad luck this time around, unlike in previous matches this season.
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“I understand where our inconsistency stems from. When a game is open, it’s completely different from facing a low block. Tonight was a match where both teams wanted to press and play out from the back. Our struggles with low blocks highlight our inconsistency.
On the possibility of avoiding play-offs: “People can clearly see the quality of our squad. We’re currently dealing with injuries to three players and don’t have the same depth as our rivals, so it’s crucial for us to avoid these situations.”
Captain Virgil van Dijk, speaking to TNT Sports: “Playing against De Zerbi’s team is always challenging. If you’re not on the front foot, they can easily play out from the back. They take risks, and we managed to make the most of the available space, leading to a solid performance.
On Joe Gomez: “Having played alongside Joe many times, our friendship is an advantage on the pitch. I’m happy for him and the entire team. Everyone put in a great effort, which is what we needed. The atmosphere was fantastic. It was my first time at this stadium, and I was excited for the experience.
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On building momentum: “We always emphasize the importance of recovery after a win. Next up is Bournemouth, a side that’s difficult to beat, so we need to be fully prepared. We’ll fly back tomorrow and focus on what’s next.
On rumors about holding a meeting after Burnley: “I’m not aware of who spread that information. A meeting was planned, but it wasn’t initiated by me. I’m unclear about the origin of this misinformation.”
Did you know?
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Liverpool remains unbeaten in their last 13 matches across all competitions (W7 D6), the longest active streak among teams in Europe’s top five leagues.
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Since the start of last season, no team has achieved more away victories in the UEFA Champions League group stage than Liverpool (P8 W6 L2), tied with Arsenal (P8 W6 D1 L1).
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Mohamed Salah reached his 88th appearance in major European competition for Liverpool, equaling Ian Callaghan’s record; only Jamie Carragher (130) and Steven Gerrard (111) have played more for the club.