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“…a positive set piece balance is the minimum you need to get a result nine out of 10 times.”
- Asked if a corner has been turned, Slot said they had a very bad run of results and no excuse can make up for it. They played a lot of games with hardly any rest, and a home game helps.
- Slot said Conor Bradley was outstanding. Three days after playing 90 minutes against Villa, he again played 90 minutes with incredible intensity.
- Asked about common points with the Aston Villa performance, Slot said both teams played quite similarly against them. Maybe the difference was that he told the players to press really high or go to a low block.
- Asked if Alexis Mac Allister is finally back to his best after early-season injuries, Slot said he is not the only one. Players sometimes need time to adjust, and in the Premier League there is never an easy win.
- Asked about keeping Mbappé quiet two years running, Slot said you can never control Madrid's two great individuals completely, and Madrid have more than them. He thinks they did almost the maximum you can do.
- Asked about a recalled player's big performance, Slot said anyone from a different league must adapt, let alone a 22-year-old. He is working incredibly hard, and even today created so many chances.
Arne Slot’s press conference reaction following Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26. A tactical masterclass was executed by Liverpool as the Reds beat Real Madrid for the second time this season.
Slot praised the performance as one of intensity, discipline, and precise execution highlighting the critical role of Conor Bradley and a rock-solid defensive display.
Arne Slot’s side limited Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Jr. through strategic pressing and defensive organization, with set pieces proving decisive once again.
This was Liverpool’s second clean sheet in a row which showcased the impact of high-energy pressing and home support at Anfield.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return and the maturity of Florian Wirtz were also highlighted in Slot’s post-match reflections.
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