A thrilling Wembley showdown saw Arne Slot's Liverpool fall to Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace on penalties in the Community Shield. Despite flashes of brilliance from newcomers Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz, the Reds couldn't clinch the trophy. The biggest question mark, however, remains: what's up with Virgil van Dijk?!
Amidst the joyous arrival of his new child, Ryan Gravenberch was a notable absentee from Liverpool's Community Shield squad. Manager Arne Slot confirmed the midfielder's understandable withdrawal from the match against Crystal Palace, prioritizing family during this special time
The minute's silence tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva had to be cut short at Wembley following disruption from the crowd.
Hugo Ekitike's Anfield debut was pure magic! Arriving as a sensational £79m signing, the young striker wasted no time, finding the net just 228 seconds into his first match, sending Liverpool fans into a frenzy. His debut goal, a sublime curling effort into the bottom corner, has ignited hopes and dreams for what promises to be an electrifying career at the club
Liverpool are set to hold fresh talks with Marc Guehi after the England man leads out Crystal Palace to face the Reds in the Community Shield at Wembley.
Liverpool are in pole position to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi should he decide to push for an exit from Selhurst Park this summer.
Arne Slot lauded his Liverpool squad's "strength and courage" following Diogo Jota's tragic passing. The new manager expressed immense pride in how the team navigated this difficult period as they prepare for the Premier League season
