A few weeks ago, Liverpool appeared to be on track for the Premier League title, but two winless results in their last three matches have sparked doubts about their consistency. Following their 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola noted that Liverpool could not surpass 99 points this season, contrasting it with Manchester City’s record of 100 points from the 2017/18 campaign.
The draw against Aston Villa means Liverpool can now achieve a maximum of 97 points this season. With a congested fixture schedule and limited squad depth, questions arise about their ability to secure all available points as the season progresses. In his post-match press conference, Slot was asked if he felt teams tend to falter in the latter half of the season. He responded by emphasizing that each match has its own narrative and expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance against Villa.
“I think every game has its own story. We weren’t brilliant at Everton but were unlucky to draw there. Today, I was pleased with our performance—much better than against Wolves. If you look at Villa away, it’s always a tough fixture,” Slot stated.
While the form may vary by club and squad strength, Liverpool remains in a strong position in the Premier League title race. Slot pointed out that their performance against Aston Villa warranted all three points, which they could have secured had Darwin Nunez capitalized on a key opportunity.
In the Champions League, Liverpool is expected to navigate a more favorable path after finishing in the top two of their league phase group. With their exit from the FA Cup, they face a manageable number of matches—up to 20—over the next three months, allowing them to focus on maintaining their league position.