Is This The Beginning of The End for Liverpool?

Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Manchester United was not just another chapter in this historic rivalry—it could mark the beginning of a concerning downward spiral for the Merseyside club. After a game filled with drama on the pitch, reports of an altercation between star players Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk have cast a shadow over Liverpool’s unity and ambitions.

The Reds started the season strongly, showcasing their trademark high pressing and fluid attack. However, the cracks evident in the United clash cannot be ignored. Defensively, Liverpool looked vulnerable, with Alexander-Arnold and van Dijk, usually the backbone of their solidity, appearing out of sync. United’s equalizer in the dying moments highlighted a lack of cohesion and communication.

The post-match fallout between two key leaders amplifies these concerns. Alexander-Arnold, known for his attacking prowess, and van Dijk, long-regarded as one of the world’s best center-backs, have been pivotal to Liverpool’s success. Any internal discord could disrupt the balance and morale of the team, particularly when the Premier League title race is seems to go through them.

As an Arsenal fan am I trying to gaslight myself into believing we can win the league? Probably. While one game and one disagreement do not define a season, these incidents serve as a reminder that no team is immune to internal and external pressures. If Liverpool cannot resolve these issues swiftly, this could indeed be the start of a challenging period for a club so used to soaring at the summit of English football.

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