Arne Slot has faced intense criticism amid Liverpool\u2019s struggles in the 2025\/26 season, but Anfield\u2019s home crowd made their support for the Dutch manager clear.<\/p>\n
Liverpool were back in Premier League action against Unai Emery\u2019s in-form Aston Villa side, looking to end a four-game losing streak that included defeats to Brentford, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Crystal Palace.<\/p>\n
Despite the difficult spell, Slot continues to enjoy strong backing from the Anfield faithful. While social media has turned harshly against him, many loyal fans and respected journalists such as James Pearce have highlighted that the majority of supporters still believe in the manager\u2014especially remembering that he guided Liverpool to their 20th league title last season.<\/p>\n
Liverpool\u2019s 2025\/26 record under Arne Slot (before the Villa clash):<\/p>\n
8 wins<\/p>\n
7 defeats<\/p>\n
1.6 points per game<\/p>\n
Of course, the frustration among supporters is understandable\u2014Liverpool, as reigning champions, are expected to perform far better. Still, the idea that Slot\u2019s job is in danger seems premature.<\/p>\n
There are clear mitigating factors affecting the campaign: limited pre-season preparation for key players like Alexis Mac Allister and Alexander Isak, the heartbreaking death of Diogo Jota, and the loss of a crucial playmaker in Trent Alexander-Arnold.<\/p>\n
Given all this\u2014and considering Slot\u2019s monumental role in delivering Liverpool\u2019s 20th Premier League crown\u2014it\u2019s only right that he still has credit in the bank and the trust of those who truly understand the bigger picture.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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