Sports 3 May 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Arne Slot: Victory Over Man United Won't Quiet My Critics
Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists that beating Manchester United at Old Trafford won't silence his doubters, emphasizing the need to prove himself every match. Three straight league wins have positioned the Reds one victory away from overtaking third-placed United and securing Champions League football. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/slot-beating-man-united-won-t-silence-my-doubters-5444640
Liverpool head to Old Trafford on Sunday, riding a wave of three consecutive Premier League victories that place them within striking distance of Manchester United in third spot.
Manager Arne Slot downplays the significance of a potential win against their fierce rivals, stating it won’t convince his skeptics. ‘Every week we need to prove ourselves, not only for the players, for me as well,’ he remarked, adding that scrutiny comes after every game, whether against top sides or mid-table opponents like Fulham or Palace.
Slot could etch his name in history as the first Liverpool boss to win his initial two away league matches at United, where the team has triumphed in three of their last five visits. Yet, he refuses to get carried away, noting the Reds’ title defense has been marred by defensive woes and a poor run earlier in the season.
A win could seal Champions League qualification if Brighton falters at Newcastle. Slot views this as a vital step forward, though he admits the team isn’t yet at peak performance. ‘We’ve shown we can play much better,’ he said, blaming injuries and past misfortune for underachievement despite recent luck in results.
This article is based on a report from Daily Monitor (Uganda).