'Hardly a crisis' but Reds 'looked physically and mentally tired'
For just the third time in 63 years, Liverpool have failed to win either of their opening home games of a league season - not exactly the flying start new boss Andoni Iraola would have been dreaming of. After such an encouraging midweek performance against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, full of urgency, Saturday's goalless draw against Fulham was a flat follow-up, especially with the…
Liverpool's opening Premier League matches at Anfield have been a disappointing start for new manager Andoni Iraola. For the third time in 63 years, the Reds failed to secure a victory in their first home games of a season, drawing both matches against Fulham and Nottingham Forest. This unconvincing performance, especially after an impressive midweek Champions League win over Atletico Madrid, raised concerns about Iraola's ability to adapt his style to the grueling fixture list.
The team appeared physically and mentally fatigued, lacking the urgency and intensity seen in their previous matches. While they remain unbeaten, the lack of attacking impact from their £364m attacking trio of Isak, Barcola, and Wirtz was a cause for concern. The German midfielder seemed out of form, and the Brazilian duo struggled to make an impact.
Despite the setbacks, Liverpool still have a chance to turn things around, but they must find ways to cope with the demanding schedule if they are to challenge for honors this season.
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