Wirtz Disagrees with Van Dijk's Criticism Following Manchester City Defeat

Liverpool's Florian Wirtz has expressed disagreement with captain Virgil van Dijk's assertion that the team gave up during their FA Cup loss to Manchester City. The Reds were defeated 4-0, with Van Dijk stating that the team should not have given up, even when facing a 3-0 deficit. However, Wirtz believes that the team continued to try and create scoring opportunities, despite the challenging circumstances. Liverpool manager Arne Slot also questioned Van Dijk's criticism, stating that he did not see players giving up during the game. The team is now preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-finals, with Wirtz emphasizing the importance of a strong team performance. Despite the recent defeat, Wirtz expressed confidence in the team's ability to bounce back and secure a positive result against PSG.