Liverpool’s nightmare run continued at Anfield as they suffered a shocking 3–0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, their sixth loss in seven Premier League games. But what happened after the final whistle has sent even bigger tremors across the fanbase.
Van Dijk Sounds the Alarm
Captain Virgil van Dijk did not hold back when speaking after the match. The Dutch defender admitted that Liverpool were second-best in almost every department—from losing physical battles to failing to react after falling behind.
According to Van Dijk, Liverpool allowed Forest too much freedom, conceded avoidable goals, and showed clear signs of panic once the first goal went in. He stressed that every member of the squad must take responsibility if the club hopes to reverse this worrying downward spiral.
He made it clear that Liverpool have been here before, fought through tough periods, and can rise again—but only with commitment from every player on the pitch.
Rooney Reacts: “This Is a Worry”
Watching from the studio on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney said Van Dijk’s comments should not be taken lightly. According to the former Manchester United star, it’s concerning when a captain publicly points out a lack of fight and urgency within his own team.
Rooney suggested that Liverpool’s dressing room leaders must now step up more than ever. With the team sinking into the bottom half of the table and struggling for consistency since the start of the season, he warned that things could get even worse if the senior players fail to steady the ship.
Liverpool Under Pressure
With just 18 points on the board, their Premier League title defence already looks out of reach. Manager Arne Slot is now under intense scrutiny as the Reds continue to search for solutions to a run of form that has derailed their season.
Forest’s goals—from Murillo, Nicola Savona, and Morgan Gibbs-White—exposed Liverpool’s fragility once again, leaving fans frustrated and analysts questioning the team’s mentality.
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