Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk has revealed the real reaason why the Reds lost to Manchester United at Anfield
Liverpool’s tough run continued as they fell 2-1 to Manchester United, with Harry Maguire’s late header sealing the defeat.
Despite Cody Gakpo’s equaliser, the Reds’ wasted chances and defensive lapses proved costly as Livrepool fell to their fourth consecutive defeat.
Van Dijk laments defensive frailty
After the match, Van Dijk admitted that Liverpool’s performance simply was not up to their standards. “We obviously conceded a very sloppy second goal,” the Dutchman told Sky Sports.
“We worked so hard to get back into the game. We created opportunities to score the winner but if you concede a second goal like that, obviously that’s the disappointing part.”
The Liverpool skipper expressed frustration at the team’s overall decision-making, saying they lacked composure in crucial moments.
“I think overall if you look at the game, we were far too rushed. I think we made wrong decisions at times and those were also the moments where we were open when we lost the ball,” he explained. adding. “A disappointing day.”
Van Dijk calls for unity amid poor form
The defeat marks Liverpool’s fourth consecutive loss in all competitions, a worrying sign for the reigning Premier League champions.
However, Van Dijk believes now is not the time to panic. Instead, he urged his teammates and the fans to remain united through the slump.
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Also peaking after the game, the Dutch defender said, “We have to stick together,” he said firmly. “Not only us as players, but together with our fans.”
The 34-year-old captain’s message was clear: Liverpool’s road back to form will depend on collective effort, calm heads, and rediscovering the form that led them to becoming champions last season.
