Man City vs Liverpool LIVE — Score and Post-Match Reactions
Liverpool faced Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium aiming to reduce the gap to leaders Arsenal to five points. However, the Reds suffered a 3-0 defeat, leaving them with a difficult result to accept.
Liverpool Captain’s Post-Match Thoughts
“In football the officials are deciding the key decisions and we have to deal with it on the pitch. There is no point discussing this from my point of view. The reality is that we lost 3-0 and that is a big blow.”
The captain expressed frustration but avoided deep discussion about the controversial disallowed header when the score was still 1-0. He stressed that any further comments would only fuel media debates during the international break.
“It doesn't matter what I say about the goal because anything I say will be in the media and the whole international break will be about my comment. I just focus on the fact we lost.”
Performance and Reflections
He admitted that Manchester City were more composed with the ball, especially in the first half, making it difficult for Liverpool to apply pressure. Jeremy Doku stood out as a major threat, creating tough one-on-one situations for Conor Bradley.
“The first half was difficult and they were much more comfortable on the ball. Doku had a good game and it was difficult for Conor in some one-on-one moments. We could have done better.”
Despite an improved second-half performance where Liverpool gained more possession, their pressing lacked intensity. The captain emphasized the need for consistency moving forward.
“We got more momentum in possession but our pressing wasn’t good enough. It’s about finding consistency and carrying on.”
Looking Ahead
With the international break ahead, players will focus on maintaining fitness and returning ready for the rest of the season.
“We are not going to give up whatsoever. We are in November, and we are ready for a long season and a big fight.”
Author’s Summary
Liverpool’s captain accepted responsibility after the 3-0 loss to Manchester City, admitting City’s superiority while vowing to stay resilient and fight through the season.