General · 9 April 2026
Liverpool's defence struggled against PSG's fluid attack
Liverpool's Champions League hopes face a significant challenge after their back five system proved ineffective during a 2-0 defeat. Arne Slot introduced the new defensive setup for the first leg of the quarter-final against Paris St-Germain, leading to concession of control. PSG exploited spaces behind Ibrahima Konate and forced Virgil van Dijk out of position, scoring a second goal via Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
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