Liverpool continued their strong Premier League run with a 2-1 win over Chelsea at Anfield, securing their position at the top of the table. The match saw Mohamed Salah score an early penalty, followed by Curtis Jones delivering the decisive goal shortly after half-time. Chelsea controlled much of the possession, but Liverpool’s resilience, experience, and clinical finishing proved the difference.
Jamie Carragher, speaking on Sky Sports, highlighted something unusual about new Liverpool manager Arne Slot during the match. Known for his composed demeanor, Slot showed more emotion than usual, embracing the intensity of the Anfield atmosphere for the first time since taking charge. Carragher noted, “Slot is not as emotional as Klopp, but today, you could see him get caught up in the game. When Liverpool were under pressure, Slot’s reactions reflected elements of Klopp’s style, but in his own unique way.” This emotional display came as a surprise to fans who are more accustomed to seeing the cooler side of Slot.
Another former Liverpool star, Daniel Sturridge, commented on how the Liverpool players have bought into Slot’s personality and tactics. Sturridge noted the contrast between Jurgen Klopp’s high-energy leadership style and Slot’s more relaxed approach, but emphasized that the team is responding well to this change. “The players are performing well under Slot, and they’ve embraced his personality. He’s demanding, but not in the same way Klopp was. There’s a different energy around the team, and it’s paying off,” Sturridge said.
Liverpool’s win was crucial ahead of a challenging run of fixtures, including an away trip to Arsenal next. The result against Chelsea gives the Reds a confidence boost as they prepare for a season-defining stretch that could shape their Premier League title hopes.
