Arne Slot slams state of Premier League in subtle Arsenal dig - 'Not a joy to watch'Reigning Premier League champions Liverpool thumped West Ham 5-2 at Anfield at the weekend with the Reds now adopting a very different tactic under boss Arne SlotView 2 Images Liverpool have been very threatening from set pieces under Arne Slot (Image: Getty Images)Liverpool boss Arne Slot claims that Premier League clubs' reliance on set pieces hurts his ‘football heart’ despite also using the tactic. A number of clubs have become regular scorers from set pieces over the past few seasons. ‌League leaders Arsenal have harnessed the reputation as one of the most dangerous sides in the Premier League from corners and free-kicks and added to that with the weekend’s win against Chelsea. ‌On the change in tactic, Slot said: "First of all, you have to accept it. View 2 Images Arne Slot has given his take on the gorwing influence of set pieces (Image: Getty Images)‌FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE!

Source: Daily Mirror March 02, 2026 16:41 UTC