Arne Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager last summer

Arne Slot on Liverpool’s Success: “Not Luck If You Work as Hard as We Do”

Liverpool Boss Rejects ‘Lucky’ Claims Amid Dominant Season

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has dismissed claims that luck is playing a role in his team’s dominance this season, insisting their work ethic and preparation are behind their Premier League and Champions League success.

Slot referenced Michael Jordan’s famous quote, saying:
“The harder you work, the more luck you have.”

This comes after Liverpool’s 1-0 win over PSG in the Champions League, where Alisson Becker produced a stunning performance before Harvey Elliott’s late winner secured a crucial away victory.

Liverpool’s ‘Fortunate’ Season? Slot Disagrees

Liverpool are 13 points clear in the Premier League
Could extend gap to 16 points with a win vs. Southampton

Critics argue injuries have hit Arsenal & Man City harder, allowing Liverpool to capitalize:
City missing Rodri & Haaland at key moments
Arsenal without Saka, Martinelli, Jesus & Havertz

However, Slot insists Liverpool’s fitness levels aren’t luck:
“We have top professionals, great facilities, and an excellent staff. Our injury prevention is about quality, not luck.”

Liverpool’s Injury Challenges

Liverpool’s injury list includes:
Diogo Jota (out for months)
Alisson (long-term absence)
Trent Alexander-Arnold (missed key games)
Conor Bradley & Joe Gomez (out for months)

Slot: “No team can go through the Premier League and Champions League without injuries. The key is minimizing them.”