Iraola says Liverpool have work to do as familiar frailties in defence prove costly
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressed frustration following a 3-2 pre-season loss to Monaco at Anfield. The defeat highlighted ongoing defensive vulnerabilities and fitness concerns as the team prepares for the upcoming Premier League season.
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Lewis Koumas (right) congratulates Alexander Isak after he opened the scoring at Anfield. Photograph: Jason Cairnduff/Action Images/Reuters Lewis Koumas (right) congratulates Alexander Isak after he opened the scoring at Anfield. Photograph: Jason Cairnduff/Action Images/Reuters Liverpool Iraola says Liverpool have work to do as familiar frailties in defence prove costly Head coach frustrated by ‘tired’ performance
Monaco come from two down to win 3-2 at Anfield
Prefer the Guardian on Google Andoni Iraola told his Liverpool team they have work to do after squandering a 2-0 lead against Monaco to lose a second successive pre-season friendly.
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