Liverpool are making life hard for themselves but sobering few days can turn into a positive

Liverpool face Crystal Palace on Sunday aiming to recover from back-to-back defeats to Arsenal and Fenerbahce.

Liverpool have suffered back-to-back defeats in the Premier League and Champions League, losing 1-0 at home to Arsenal on Sunday and 3-2 away at Fenerbahce on Wednesday. The defeats have punctured growing optimism under manager Andoni Iraola, though the club remain reasonably positioned in both competitions.

The Reds travel to struggling Crystal Palace on Sunday, currently 18th in the Premier League. A victory at Selhurst Park would keep Liverpool fifth in the league standings and provide a positive note before the final international break of the year.

Fans' analysis highlights concerns across the pitch: defensive vulnerabilities despite comfortable possession, midfield struggles to balance tempo control with defensive cover, and attacking issues with poor decision-making and movement. However, there are positives to take, including Trey Nyoni's intelligent displays and Alisson Becker's broader body of work since returning from injury.