We are just six matches into Arne Slot's tenure as Liverpool manager, but optimism is about as high as it can be, with the Reds having five wins in six matches across all competitions. Liverpool sit just one point behind first-place Manchester City, whose title hopes have taken a hit after losing Rodri for the remainder of the season.
So, what are the biggest takeaways from Arne Slot's first six games as Liverpool manager?
The three biggest takeaways six games in Arne Slot's tenure at Liverpool
1. Liverpool defence has been on lock
Liverpool have conceded just a single goal in the Premier League so far, resulting in their 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest. They have recorded four clean sheets already this season, having recorded ten clean sheets all of last season in the Premier League.
Across all competitions, Liverpool have conceded just two goals, as they defeated AC Milan 3-1 at the San Siro earlier this month.
The usual backline of Andy Robertson, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate and Trent Alexander-Arnold has been on point this season, stifling any high-danger chances against nearly every opponent so far. According to Understat, Liverpool has conceded the least Expected Goals (xG) in the entire league with just 4.36 xGA.
Perhaps some credit should be given to the players further up the pitch as well. As many say, offence is the best defence because you have the ball more often than not, you won't be giving your opponents loads of time to create chances.
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