Slot’s Tactical Evolution Evident as Liverpool Shatters 20 Year Old Record Against Brentford

His tactical approach, which often involves a double pivot and an inverted full-back, provides better central access and coverage across the pitch. This allows Liverpool to control the game through the midfield, reducing reliance on risky, long balls, and instead focusing on shorter, more accurate passing sequences.

Slot’s method of building from the back with a double pivot also allows for better protection against counter-attacks, a vulnerability that Klopp’s Liverpool occasionally exhibited, especially when their high press was bypassed. By offering more support underneath the attacking line, Slot’s system ensures that even when Liverpool loses possession, they are well-positioned to regain control quickly, minimizing the threat of an opponent’s counter.

The record-breaking pass completion rate achieved in Arne Slot’s second game in charge at Liverpool is an indicator of the smooth transition from Jürgen Klopp’s era. It reflects Slot’s ability to evolve the team’s tactical approach in a way that builds on the existing foundations while introducing greater control and sustainability. Considering that this approach is closer to what Pep is doing at Man City, only time will tell if Slot can manage to stop the City Juggernaut. Jurgen Klopp, after all was the only manager who beat City to the title in the past 7 years and that was with his “death metal” style of football.