Following Liverpool's Champions League elimination by Paris St-Germain, manager Arne Slot expressed his disappointment in the team's inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Despite creating 1.92 Expected Goals, Liverpool failed to score, a recurring issue throughout the season.
Slot noted that the team has underperformed in terms of xG conversion, particularly in the Champions League, where they scored 24 goals from 27.8xG. However, their Premier League performance tells a different story, with their goals total being just 0.65 below their xG total.
The team's struggles with converting big chances have been a significant concern, with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk being among the players who have missed clear-cut openings. Injuries to key players, including Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, have also hindered the team's progress. Slot has also been critical of VAR decisions, citing several instances where the officials' rulings have gone against his team.
With Liverpool facing a trophyless season, the pressure is on Slot to secure a top-five finish in the league and ensure Champions League qualification for next season. Despite the challenges, Slot remains optimistic about the team's future, given the quality of their young players and their ability to compete with top European teams.