Football NewsMirror FootballUnverified source· 18 Aug 2026
Iraola's high-press tactics could worsen Liverpool's late-game woes
Liverpool's new boss faces a fitness challenge as his aggressive style may drain energy in closing stages.
Andoni Iraola
coach
Issue
Conceding late goals
Record
Five stoppage-time losses last season
Player
Milos Kerkez
Quote
We need to run a lot more
What happened. Andoni Iraola's high-press tactics at Liverpool may exacerbate the team's tendency to concede late goals, as players face higher fitness demands.
- Liverpool set a Premier League record with five stoppage-time losses last season.
- Kerkez noted the aggressive style requires much more running, which is tough.
- The approach could impact energy levels in crucial final minutes.
“We play really aggressive. We need to run a lot more. It is good. It is tough.”
— Milos Kerkez
Iraola aims to improve Liverpool's late-game record, but his methods may need adjustment.
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