Watch out for 'Slot' delivering sharp remarks before the Manchester United vs Liverpool Red Devils Premier League match.
On 1 May 2026 GMT+7, Arne Slot, Liverpool’s manager, gave his latest interview at the press conference ahead of the 2025-26 English Premier League Week 35 big match, where Liverpool will visit Manchester United in the Red Devils clash on Sunday, 3 May at 21:30 GMT+7.
In this game, Liverpool has the chance to overtake Manchester United to claim 3rd place in the Premier League table if they win at Old Trafford by at least a two-goal margin. Currently, the Reds trail the Red Devils by 3 points, with a goal difference deficit of 1 and fewer goals scored.
3. Manchester United – 61 points (17 wins, 10 draws, 7 losses, 60 goals scored, 46 conceded, goal difference +14)
4. Liverpool – 58 points (17 wins, 7 draws, 10 losses, 57 goals scored, 44 conceded, goal difference +13)
When asked about Liverpool’s chance to overtake Manchester United and finish 3rd this season, Arne Slot said, “We know this is a very important game, not only because we face Manchester United but also for securing Champions League qualification and to finish as high as possible in the league.”
“We want to win the league, but it’s impossible, so we are trying to finish as high as we can. A victory (which could guarantee a top 5 finish) is a step forward. It’s an important step, definitely not a step backward.”
Liverpool will secure a UEFA Champions League spot immediately if they beat Manchester United and Brighton fail to beat Newcastle United on Saturday, because the Reds would reach 61 points, while Brighton would have 50-51 points, with only three matches remaining.