“So bad it’s unbelievable!” – Liverpool legend slams performance vs Brentford | OneFootball

Liverpool Turbulence Highlighted After Brentford Defeat

Liverpool were beaten 3-2 by Brentford and the post match reaction from former striker John Aldridge captured the anxiety among supporters. It was a fourth straight Premier League loss and the manner of the goals conceded has intensified scrutiny on Arne Slot and his defensive set up.

Aldridge took to X shortly after kick off and his tone reflected the growing concern among fans. He described Liverpool’s defending as “naive”, “shocking”, and “unbelievable”, and his frustration only escalated as the game unfolded at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Aldridge Calls Out Costly Errors

The damage began early, with Brentford twice threatening from long throws inside six minutes. Aldridge reminded followers that this was no surprise.

“When you know a team’s a big danger off long throws!! You gift them two in the first six minutes. Unbelievable folks!!!”

Brentford would later score from another long throw, their eighth of the season, and Liverpool conceded first for the sixth match running. That pattern of slow starts has eroded confidence and left fans bracing for setbacks rather than expecting control.

At half time, Aldridge’s assessment grew sharper.

“Defensively we’re so naive, so bad it’s unbelievable!Decision making and basic defending is what we can’t do! I’m not blaming the defence alone but the team’s strategy when we lose the ball. I’m numb from what I’ve seen there.”

Aldridge’s final post was his most pointed.

“That’s so disappointing and concerning in many, many ways, not just tonight but this season defensively. Shocking. No cohesion, desire, taking responsibilities etc! Arne has to step up big time.”

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Defensive Cohesion Urgently Required

Statistics underline the extent of Liverpool’s issues. Opta Analyst data shows Liverpool have conceded two or more goals in nine Premier League games since May, more than any other club across the same period. It reinforces the view that the structure is fragile, and the collective understanding has dipped.

Although Liverpool scored twice, and there were bright spots in attack including an encouraging display from Dominik Szoboszlai and the end of Mo Salah’s goal drought, the positives faded in the shadow of more defensive vulnerabilities. Supporters are used to Liverpool outscoring opponents, yet the current form suggests that approach is no longer sustainable.

For Slot, the challenge is clear. Liverpool need leadership at the back and improved communication across the pitch. Individual talent alone is not enough, and the call for greater responsibility and cohesion echoes not only from Aldridge but from the wider fanbase.

Liverpool must now show resilience. Brentford exposed weaknesses that upcoming opponents will surely target. If Slot can restore clarity and discipline, the season remains salvageable, but the urgency to respond is unmistakable.