- Slot wants his team to remember how special Champions League nights are
- The Reds have only lost once in all competitions this season under the Dutchman
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Arne Slot has challenged Liverpool players and fans to show the rest of Europe why their absence from the Champions League last season was a blow to the entire continent.
The Reds have won seven of eight games under the Dutchman and high-profile European nights return to Anfield on Wednesday with the visit of Bologna, Italy’s second opponent this season after a 3-1 win at the San Siro against the AC Milan.
Liverpool spent last season in the Europa League wilderness, losing to eventual winners Atalanta in the quarter-finals. But they are back in the top table and Slot is relishing the opportunity to witness a Champions League night under the Anfield lights.
“I am privileged to have worked at Feyenoord with Champions League nights last season,” said the 46-year-old. ‘People tell me that it will be even more special here.
Arne Slot wants his players to remember how special Champions League matches are
Liverpool have won seven of eight games in all competitions this season under Slot.
“What I expect from my players is that, after missing the Champions League for a year, when they come out tomorrow I want to see this and feel it.” Like, ‘Oh, we missed this.’ They have to be prepared.
“I want the same from the fans, I hope they feel this desire to show Europe again: ‘You missed us because of this.'” That combination should lead to a very special night for everyone involved.’
Liverpool striker Diogo Jota has missed two training sessions with a foot problem suffered against Wolves but should at least be fine to make the squad, although new signing Federico Chiesa has a minor problem and will miss out. Andy Robertson is fine after taking a knock on Saturday.