Anfield Fury as Liverpool Collapse Against PSV
Liverpool's beleaguered manager, Arne Slot, is facing a fierce backlash from the club's own supporters following a humiliating 4-1 defeat at home to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Wednesday night. The loss, which saw the Reds' defence torn apart, has pushed fan patience to breaking point, with a majority now calling for the Dutchman to be dismissed.
Overwhelming Fan Verdict Demands Change
The depth of discontent among the Anfield faithful was laid bare in a survey conducted by Mirror Football. After the latest setback, the publication asked its dedicated Liverpool WhatsApp community a simple question: should the club sack Arne Slot? The response was decisive. Out of 912 responses, a resounding 68% (620 fans) voted 'yes', signalling a clear loss of faith in the man who led the club to a Premier League title just last season. Only 32% (292 fans) believed he should be given more time.
This crushing defeat marks Liverpool's ninth loss in their last 12 matches across all competitions, a run of form that has seen the team plummet to 12th in the Premier League table. The defensive frailties were glaring once more, with PSV becoming the third consecutive opponent to beat Liverpool by a three-goal margin, following heavy losses to Nottingham Forest and Manchester City.
Hierarchy Backing Clashes with Empty Seats
Despite the growing crisis, Arne Slot continues to receive public backing from the club's hierarchy. Speaking after the PSV match, Slot stated, "I feel I am okay with my position. I've been feeling safe. I've got a lot of support from above." This internal support was echoed by Liverpool legends, with Steven Gerrard stopping short of labelling the situation a 'crisis' and Jamie Carragher deflecting blame onto the players, accusing them of a "sackable offence" in an explosive off-air phone call.
However, this top-level confidence starkly contrasts with the mood in the stands. Gerrard himself noted the visible frustration, pointing out that "Anfield tells a story, the seats are empty" as fans voted with their feet. Carragher also highlighted the unique pressure at Liverpool, reminding everyone on CBS Sports that the club has a history of patience, having never sacked a manager who has won the league.
With a crucial Premier League fixture against West Ham on Sunday, Arne Slot is in desperate need of a victory to salvage morale and quieten the dissenting voices. The question now is whether the trust from the boardroom can withstand the overwhelming verdict from the Kop.
