Arne Slot’s attempt to play a youthful squad backfired as Liverpool lost 3-0 at Anfield in the Carabao Cup last 16 to Crystal Palace, totalling six losses in their last seven games.
Fielding three teenagers and 10 changes from the Brentford defeat, the Reds were undone by Ismaila Sarr’s quickfire double late in the first half and Yeremy Pino’s composed finish in the closing minutes.
Part of the players in the Reds squad include three teenagers and 10 changes from the Brentford defeat. Liverpool’s woes came when Smaila Sarr netted two consecutive goals in the late minutes of the first half, and Yeremy Pino sealed the win in the closing minutes of the Carabao Cup last 16.
Liverpool found it difficult to challenge and put Palace behind as big stars like Van Dijk, Salah, and Gakpo were absent from the pitch.
Sarr earned his first goal after firmly converting an error from Joe Gomez, while a red card was shown to Amara Nallo for denying a clear opportunity to score, making it a miserable night for the Premier League defending champion. Liverpool’s best opportunity for a goal was squandered by Federico Chiesa, with Palace snatching the major possession.
The loss compounds the failure of Liverpool to return to form after losing many games in all competitions. They will now battle against Aston Villa, Real Madrid, and Manchester City in a tough run. Palace also has a strong side, Arsenal, to battle in a quarter-final clash away in the middle of December.
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