Liverpool’s struggles deepened last night as they suffered a 3–2 defeat away to Brentford in a Premier League clash that exposed serious cracks in Arne Slot’s defending champions. The loss marked Liverpool’s fourth consecutive league defeat — their worst run in 32 years — and left fans questioning whether the team that dominated last season can rediscover its rhythm before the campaign slips away.
From the opening whistle, Brentford looked sharper and more determined, pressing high and punishing Liverpool’s defensive lapses. Dango Ouattara opened the scoring early with a well-taken volley after Liverpool failed to deal with a long throw-in, and Kevin Schade doubled the hosts’ advantage before half-time. Though Milos Kerkez briefly reignited hope for the Reds with a goal just before the break, their defensive instability continued to haunt them. Brentford restored their two-goal cushion in the second half when Igor Thiago confidently converted a penalty after a clumsy foul in the box.
Liverpool tried to rally late in the game, and Mohamed Salah finally ended his seven-match goal drought with a strike in the 89th minute, but it was too little too late. The Egyptian forward’s effort highlighted Liverpool’s biggest issue this season — an inability to turn chances into goals despite dominating possession. The attack still creates opportunities, but wastefulness in front of goal and repeated errors at the back have combined to undo much of their good work.
The result piles immense pressure on Arne Slot, whose team looks far from the ruthless machine that lifted the Premier League trophy just months ago. Set-piece weaknesses, lapses in concentration, and a lack of composure under pressure have turned routine matches into uphill battles. Captain Virgil van Dijk admitted after the game that the team’s problems were “self-inflicted,” calling for greater focus and accountability from every player.
For Liverpool, this loss is more than just another bad night; it’s a worrying sign of deeper issues. No reigning Premier League champion has ever lost four consecutive league games and gone on to defend the title successfully, a statistic that underlines the gravity of the situation. With tougher fixtures ahead and morale visibly shaken, the Reds must regroup quickly to avoid falling further behind in the title race.
As they prepare for their next match, the focus will be on restoring defensive solidity, rediscovering their clinical edge, and rebuilding the confidence that once made them unstoppable. Liverpool’s season is far from over, but unless they learn from this painful setback, the dream of back-to-back titles could fade faster than anyone expected.