Sports · 6 April 2026

Van Dijk Apologises After Liverpool's 4-0 FA Cup Humiliation

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk apologised to fans and admitted some teammates "gave up" after the club's 4-0 FA Cup quarter-final loss to Manchester City on Saturday. Van Dijk said responsibility is shared between players and manager Arne Slot. Liverpool were 2-0 down at half-time after Erling Haaland scored twice, before completing a hat-trick.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 April 2026 at 4:34

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