LIVERPOOL, England : Arne Slot continued his superb start as Liverpool manager with his team's 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday, their 10th win in their opening 11 games in all competitions, and the Dutchman was quick to praise his defence.
While former boss Juergen Klopp's shoes once seemed nearly impossible to fill, many have pointed to Liverpool's rock-solid rearguard under Slot that held strong against Chelsea in a win that kept Liverpool top of the table."We defended so strong through the whole team.
There was incredible work rate," Slot said. His men have conceded only three goals in the league all season and remain on top of the table with 21 points after eight matches, one ahead of champions Manchester City.
Former England defender turned pundit Micah Richards said Slot had brought "a bit of calmness"."Defensively Liverpool look more solid.