Liverpool Parts Ways with Set-Piece Coach Aaron Briggs
On Tuesday, Liverpool FC, the reigning Premier League champions, announced the departure of set-piece coach Aaron Briggs. The club stated in a brief message on their website that Briggs has “stepped back from his role,” after joining manager Arne Slott’s staff in July of last year. Liverpool expressed their gratitude, saying he leaves with “the thanks and blessings of everyone at the club.”
The team has had a challenging start to their title defense, suffering six losses and conceding 26 goals in 18 matches, a stark contrast to last season when they faced just four defeats in the league. In their most recent match, a narrow 2-1 victory against last-place Wolverhampton, the visitors scored from a corner, which prompted captain Virgil van Dijk to emphasize Liverpool’s ongoing struggles with set-piece situations.
Looking ahead, Liverpool will face Leeds at Anfield this Thursday.
Fan Take: This news is significant for soccer enthusiasts as it highlights Liverpool’s ongoing tactical issues that could impact their season. Fans are eager to see how the team will respond and adapt in their quest to reclaim their title.
