Liverpool extend their unbeaten run with a win at Marseille as Salah returns to the starting line-up. Slot praises Salah’s professionalism and tactical impact.
Salah Returns as Liverpool Secure Vital Win in Marseille
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Liverpool extend their unbeaten run with a win at Marseille as Salah returns to the starting line-up. Slot praises Salah's professionalism and tactical impact.
Liverpool’s Unbeaten Run Continues with Confident Victory
Liverpool extended their unbeaten streak to 13 matches across all competitions with a win over Marseille in the Champions League. The match at Stade Velodrome marked Mohamed Salah’s first start for Liverpool since November, and although the Egyptian forward did not add to his club record of 46 Champions League goals, his presence was felt throughout the contest.
Arne Slot, reflecting on his previous positive experiences in Marseille, saw his side deliver a composed performance, adding Marseille to their list of European away victories this season. The team operated in a 4-2-2-2 setup, with Salah involved in attack, supported by Florian Wirtz and Dominik Szoboszlai. Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez provided width from full-back, thriving in both attacking and defensive duties.
Slot praised Salah’s professionalism post-match, noting, “It says a lot about how big a professional he [Salah] is that he can be away for more than a month with a different team and be so fit to play 90 minutes for us after one day of training.” Steven Warnock, speaking on Match of the Day, highlighted how Slot’s tactical approach allowed Salah to focus on his attacking strengths, keeping him fresher and more dangerous in front of goal.
Key takeaways
- Liverpool remain unbeaten in 13 matches
- Salah made his first start since November
- Slot utilised a 4-2-2-2 formation
- Full-backs Frimpong and Kerkez impressed
- Slot acknowledged ongoing challenges against low blocks
What it means
The victory in Marseille not only strengthens Liverpool’s position in Europe but also signals a positive step forward with Salah returning to the starting line-up. Slot’s tactical adjustments and the team’s performance provide a foundation for upcoming fixtures, although he remains mindful of the need to improve against defensive opponents.
With Bournemouth on the horizon, Liverpool will look to build on this momentum while continuing to address the challenge of breaking down low defensive blocks, an issue Slot openly discussed after the match.
