Thierry Henry Fumes: “Arne Slot Sold This Match!” — Liverpool Star Slammed With Shocking 2/10 Rating After City Defeat 

The Arsenal legend didn’t hold back as he blasted Liverpool’s performance, accusing Slot of ignoring tactical warnings before the heavy Manchester City clash.

 

 

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Anfield has been thrown into a storm of criticism and debate after Liverpool’s crushing defeat to Manchester City, and this time, one of football’s most respected voices — Thierry Henry — has unleashed a fiery verdict that has stunned fans.

 

Speaking live on air after the match, the former Arsenal icon and pundit couldn’t hide his frustration at what he described as “avoidable tactical mistakes” from Liverpool boss Arne Slot. Henry went as far as accusing the manager of “selling the match” by ignoring advice about his starting lineup.

 

> “There’s nothing you can tell me — Arne Slot purposely sold this match!” Henry fumed. “Before the game, I warned him not to start this particular Liverpool player because Manchester City play with high intensity, and he’s simply not suited for it. But he went ahead anyway.”

 

 

 

Henry’s emotional outburst came after watching Liverpool struggle from the first whistle. City’s relentless pressing and quick transitions exposed several weaknesses in the Reds’ setup — and one player, in particular, caught the full weight of Henry’s criticism.

 

The player, who many fans also singled out online, was described by pundits as “a passenger on the pitch” and was handed a 2/10 performance rating — the lowest of any player in the game. His misplaced passes, poor ball control, and lack of defensive contribution became a major talking point, leaving supporters wondering why he was not substituted earlier.

 

> “You could see it coming,” Henry continued. “He was struggling from the first 15 minutes. Every time City attacked, it came through his side. Slot should’ve known better — this was a tactical disaster.”

 

 

 

Social media quickly erupted after Henry’s comments, with fans split between defending the underperforming player and agreeing that Slot’s tactical decisions cost Liverpool the game. Some fans labeled Henry’s remarks as “harsh but fair,” while others accused him of being too emotional in his analysis.

 

Despite the backlash, it’s clear that Liverpool’s defeat has raised deeper questions about Arne Slot’s judgment and player selections. Critics have begun pointing out a pattern of questionable tactical calls in big games, arguing that Slot’s insistence on certain players is “holding the team back.”

 

The Liverpool manager has yet to respond publicly, but sources suggest he was “furious” in the dressing room after the match and could make significant changes ahead of the next fixture.

 

For Henry, however, the issue runs deeper. The Frenchman insisted that Liverpool must rediscover their intensity and tactical discipline if they want to challenge Manchester City or Arsenal for the title this season.

 

> “Liverpool have the quality,” Henry concluded, “but football is about balance. One wrong player, one wrong system — and the whole structure collapses. That’s exactly what happened yesterday.”

 

 

 

As debate rages on among fans and pundits alike, one thing is certain — this latest defeat has sparked a firestorm around Arne Slot’s leadership and left a certain Liverpool player facing immense scrutiny.