Liverpool’s flawless start to the Premier League campaign was halted in dramatic fashion at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace snatched a 2-1 victory deep into stoppage time.
The Eagles struck first through Ismaila Sarr, before Federico Chiesa looked to have salvaged a point with a late equaliser. But Eddie Nketiah’s 97th-minute strike left the champions stunned and Palace celebrating an 18-match unbeaten streak across all competitions.
Despite Chiesa’s goal, Liverpool were far from their usual commanding selves. Palace dictated large spells of the contest, and Slot admitted afterwards that the defeat came down to one costly mistake.
> “We only have ourselves to blame for defending like that. One of our players broke forward when the only task left was to defend. Time was already up, so there was no need for a counter-attack. That decision cost us the game,” Slot told reporters.
Reports from multiple outlets have since suggested that Slot’s frustration was aimed at Jeremie Frimpong. The summer signing, renowned for his attacking flair at Bayer Leverkusen, has been adapting to a more defensively demanding role in Liverpool’s back four. That transition appeared to catch up with him in this crucial moment.
While this defeat is a setback, Liverpool still remain firmly in the title race. But the message is clear: they must sharpen their game management if they want to hold onto their Premier League crown.
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