Watch as former teammates Sander Westerveld and Arne Slot talk about life at Liverpool and more in an exclusive AXA interview.
During the 2007–08 season, the Dutch pair’s playing careers coincided when they shared a dressing room at Sparta Rotterdam. More recently, former Reds goalkeeper Westerveld stopped by the AXA Training Centre to meet up with current head coach Slot.
The two engaged in an open and engaging talk covering a wide range of subjects; you can view the entire exchange in our free YouTube video below.
Liverpool’s greatest and worst players from their exciting victory over Brighton in the Carabao Cup
Liverpool defeated Brighton & Hove Albion in a thrilling Carabao Cup fourth-round match on the south coast this week, earning what they hope will be the first of two victories.
Following a late attempt by the home team to rally, the Reds secured a 3-2 victory on Wednesday night, thanks to goals from Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz. Arne Slot has had an outstanding start to his tenure as Jurgen Klopp’s successor.
The Dutchman made several changes to his starting lineup, and many players are hopeful they’ve performed well enough to be included in Saturday’s Premier League trip north for the Seagulls.
However, whose performances fell short of expectations and whose instances were of the highest caliber? According to 90min’s player ratings, these are Liverpool’s top and worst players versus Brighton.
Cody Gakpo, Liverpool’s best player, versus Brighton: 9/10It had been hoped that having a fellow countryman as manager would assist Cody Gakpo develop his skills, which he certainly does.
Although it hasn’t been easy going thus far, the Netherlands international proved his abilities with a spectacular brace that finally swung the match in his team’s favor. His first was a barnstormer, slicing in from a distance, and his second was merciless, taking advantage of a mistake made by Tariq Lamptey.
Luis Diaz has held down Liverpool’s left-wing position in previous seasons, and Gakpo frequently finds it difficult to establish himself in a central role. He is now among the goals, though, and will be fighting for his starting spot this weekend.