Liverpool find themselves in the midst of a severe crisis as they head into a challenging away match against West Ham this weekend. The Premier League champions have endured six defeats in their last seven league games, with little indication that manager Arne Slot is managing to reverse their fortunes.
The Reds’ current slump marks their worst run of form in over seven decades. Slot, who guided Liverpool to their 20th English league title just months ago, now faces mounting pressure after a heavy 4-1 loss to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, a result that left him restless.
Liverpool’s troubles stem from missed scoring opportunities and persistent defensive mistakes. They have conceded 34 goals across all competitions this season, the highest tally in the Premier League. Despite their poor league standing, sitting 12th, Liverpool remain only three points shy of fourth-placed Aston Villa.
West Ham, meanwhile, have found new energy under manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who replaced Graham Potter in September, making Sunday’s encounter a demanding fixture for Liverpool.
Arsenal Showcase Depth as Title Contenders
In stark contrast to Liverpool’s woes, league leaders Arsenal continue to demonstrate their strength and potential. Sitting top of the Premier League and performing well in the Champions League, the Gunners are generating optimism that this season could end a 20-year wait for a league title.
According to football analytics firm Opta, Arsenal hold a 76 percent chance of securing the Premier League crown, a feat last achieved under Arsene Wenger in 2004.
After their impressive 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League, manager Mikel Arteta quickly shifted focus to their upcoming high-stakes match against second-placed Chelsea.
Arsenal’s squad depth was on full display, with substitutes Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli each scoring, despite the absence of key players such as Gabriel Magalhaes, Kai Havertz, and Viktor Gyokeres.
Arteta expressed confidence in his squad’s quality and mindset, highlighting the impact of players who come off the bench and change the course of games.
Aston Villa’s Remarkable Revival
Aston Villa have transformed their season under Unai Emery after a difficult start, where they failed to secure a win in their first five matches and did not score in the opening four games.
A strong run of six wins in seven matches has propelled Villa into the Premier League’s top four. Notably, Villa have scored more than half of their 15 league goals from outside the penalty area, showcasing their ability to score spectacular goals.
This weekend, Villa face local rivals Wolves, who are struggling severely under new manager Rob Edwards. Wolves have picked up only two points from 12 games and currently sit nine points adrift of safety, making the visit to Villa Park a daunting challenge.
If Villa secure a victory, they could rise to second place in the league table behind Arsenal, further signaling their resurgence in the title race.
