Liverpool may sit atop the Premier League table, but manager Arne Slot insists it’s too early to celebrate.
With 15 games played, the Reds have a two-point lead over Chelsea and are six points ahead of Arsenal, who have played one game more.
However, Slot believes the true measure of the table comes after 19 games, when every team has faced the same opponents.
“I look at it, like I’ve said, after three, four, five months,” explained the Reds boss.
“Just the table after 19 games, because then everybody has played the same opponents.
“Probably we all had a bit of the same bad luck and bit of the same luck. That means Arsenal, for example, had a lot of red cards in the beginning of the season, which is why they dropped points.
“Now we were unfortunate to receive a red card and we dropped points as well.
“We still have Tottenham away, which were games that – I compare now with Arsenal – they had to play at the beginning of the season. Chelsea already played there so [we] don’t look at it where you were during the season, it’s about where you are in the end of the season.
“The best other moment to judge the season is halfway.”
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Liverpool and Spurs set for double clash
Liverpool’s upcoming game against Tottenham on Sunday is more than just a league fixture.
It’s also a preview of their Carabao Cup semifinal in January. Spurs, managed by Ange Postecoglou, recently impressed with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester United in the quarterfinals.
Slot highlighted how Postecoglou has restored Tottenham’s trademark attacking style, reminiscent of players like Luka Modric and Gareth Bale.
“He’s given them their identity back completely,” Slot said. “It’s always a joy to watch them.”
While Tottenham’s recent struggles have raised questions, Slot emphasized their ability to deliver big performances. He pointed to their win over Manchester City as proof of their quality, calling it a “completely deserved” victory.
Slot also highlighted the broader importance of Postecoglou’s approach. “If he can combine his brand of football with winning something, it would be so good for football,” he said.
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