The Reds are set to take on Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Monday night, marking their final away game of the season. This matchup comes just eight days after a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Arsenal at Anfield.
With the league title already clinched, head coach Slot decided to give his players a well-deserved four-day break earlier this week. The team gathered again at the AXA Training Centre on Friday to begin preparations for the upcoming match.
During the pre-match press conference, Slot remarked on the challenge of maintaining training intensity after securing such a significant achievement. “Today is the first day we come back together. We feel this is also a very good lead-up to our game on Monday,” he said. He emphasized the importance of balancing rest and preparation, noting, “It’s quite difficult for a team that already won the league to train so many days in a row if you’ve already won something.”
Slot also pointed out that this season has been particularly demanding, as the players had limited time off due to their involvement in multiple competitions, including the FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League, and the Premier League.
This careful management of training and recovery could benefit the squad, allowing them to enter the match against Brighton refreshed and focused, while underscoring their resilience throughout a packed schedule. The players’ dedication during a rigorous season has been commendable and will be vital as they wrap up their campaign.