Liverpool started the season with seven straight wins as they threatened to sweep all before them but consecutive defeats underscore pressing issues that Arne Slot must address.

For all his reputation, records, goals, and moments of wizardry, Mohamed Salah’s big-stage resume has featured more penalties and near-misses than the dazzling open-play strikes fans expect. In finals, it’s as if the football gods swap his golden touch for toothless displays, bad luck, and visible struggles to find his best.

Liverpool have conceded too many goals in pre-season and need to adapt defensively when they begin their Premier League title defence, manager Arne Slot said on Sunday after his side lost the Community Shield to Crystal Palace.

Mohamed Salah admitted his 200th Liverpool goal was a "great feeling" as the Egypt star urged his side to do "something special" in the Premier League title race.

Jurgen Klopp said he is happy with the progress of his rebuilt Liverpool team as they bid to go top of the Premier League at Crystal Palace on Saturday.