Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed frustration with his team's performance after a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals on April 4, 2026. The match, held at the Etihad Stadium, saw Liverpool concede four goals in the second half, including a hat-trick from Erling Haaland and a goal from Phil Foden.
Slot acknowledged some positive aspects of Liverpool's first-half play but was scathing about the defensive errors that led to the heavy defeat. "You will never be able to win a game if you defend like that for 20 minutes," he stated in his post-match press conference, as reported by multiple sports outlets.
The result eliminates Liverpool from the FA Cup, marking a significant setback in their season. Manchester City advances to the semi-finals at Wembley Stadium.
