Liverpool manager Arne Slot has publicly shouldered the blame for what he describes as the team's "ridiculous" and "unbelievable" collapse in form, admitting he feels a profound sense of guilt.
A Staggering Run of Defeats
The Reds are in the midst of a severe downturn, having lost a shocking eight of their last 11 matches across all competitions. The situation hit a new low with two consecutive 3-0 defeats, the most recent being a demoralising loss to Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday.
This poor run has plunged the club into the bottom half of the Premier League table, where they now also contend with a negative goal difference.
Historical Defensive Woes
The back-to-back 3-0 losses mark a grim historical milestone for the club. This is the first time since April 1965 that Liverpool have suffered two successive 3-0 defeats, highlighting the severity of their current defensive vulnerabilities.
These problems are not happening in a vacuum. They are compounded by a combination of factors, including inadequate investment in the back-line and several failed transfer endeavours.
An Injury Crisis Deepens the Trouble
To make matters worse, the squad is grappling with a significant injury crisis. Key defensive players Giovanni Leoni, Conor Bradley, and Jeremie Frimpong are all currently sidelined, leaving Slot with limited options and further exposing the team's frailties.
Facing growing scrutiny, Slot has not shied away from responsibility. He has accepted full accountability for the team's struggles, openly stating that he feels "guilty" for the predicament in which the historic club finds itself.
