Slot Addresses Szoboszlai’s ‘Fighting Spirit’ Critique

In a post‑match press conference, Slot said he didn’t agree with Szoboszlai that the lack of fighting spirit lasted the whole game, but he did admit the team’s standards fell during the first 10‑15 minutes after the break. He highlighted how the momentum slipped once Liverpool conceded and called for sharper defense during quick transitions.

Slot’s comments come as the squad reflects on the heavy loss to Manchester City, with other players like Virgil van Dijk also admitting responsibility. He stressed that mentality, duels and intensity must improve immediately ahead of the upcoming match against Paris Saint‑Germain.