The Digest:
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has stated he has no regrets over his team selection despite a 3-0 Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace that eliminated the Reds from the competition. In a post-match press conference, Slot defended his decision to make 10 changes, citing a packed fixture schedule and a thin squad, while acknowledging that losing six of the last seven games is "always too much" for a club of Liverpool's stature.
Key Points:
- Manager Arne Slot defended his decision to field a heavily rotated team.
- He stated he has "no regrets" despite the 3-0 loss and cup exit.
- Slot cited fixture congestion and a lack of available senior players as key reasons.
- He revealed that only 15-16 first-team players were available for selection.
- The manager praised senior players Konaté and Van Dijk for consoling youngster Amara Nallo after his red card.
- Slot does not believe the loss increases pressure for the upcoming Aston Villa game.
- He admitted the current run of six losses in seven matches is unacceptable.
Sources: Liverpool
