Liverpool suffers sixth loss in seven games after Slot's Carabao Cup team selection criticized

Liverpool manager Arne Slot faced criticism from pundit Jamie Redknapp for his team selection in the Carabao Cup match against Crystal Palace, where Slot fielded a heavily rotated squad including several youngsters and omitted key players like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk. Redknapp argued that Slot's decision made it harder for the young players and was a strategic mistake, as the weakened team lost 3-0 at Anfield, marking Liverpool's sixth defeat in seven games. Despite the loss, Slot downplayed the impact on the club, stating no major changes would be made despite the run of poor form. Liverpool's recent slump has seen them drop from first to seventh in the Premier League, adding pressure on Slot amid a challenging schedule. Redknapp acknowledged Slot's strong start since joining the club but emphasized the current selection error as a critical misstep during a difficult period. The defeat to Palace continues to highlight Liverpool's struggles and raises questions about balancing squad rotation and competitiveness in key fixtures.