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Van Dijk Slams Liverpool’s Set-Piece Struggles After Win

12/29/2025

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Summary

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk expressed frustration that conceding set-piece goals hurts the team.
Liverpool have conceded 12 set-piece goals this season, the most in the Premier League, despite a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.
Van Dijk says the issue lies in the second phase of play, not the initial contact.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged the poor record and said Liverpool have only three goals from set-pieces.

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Historical Context

Liverpool's defensive struggles with set-piece goals in 2023 mirror their 2010-2011 season, when they conceded 12 such goals. Established in 1992, the Premier League has seen teams like Manchester United and Chelsea excel in set-pieces, scoring significantly more than Liverpool's current three goals. Addressing these weaknesses is crucial for Liverpool's future success in the league.

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk expressed frustration that conceding set-piece goals hurts the team.
Liverpool have conceded 12 set-piece goals this season, the most in the Premier League, despite a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.
Van Dijk says the issue lies in the second phase of play, not the initial contact.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged the poor record and said Liverpool have only three goals from set-pieces.

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