As chaos unfolded at Anfield during the second half on Sunday, Andy Robertson did his best to stay composed.
Liverpool fans will hardly recall the closing stages of their 2-1 victory over Wolves with any fondness, as the Reds stumbled to the finish line to restore their seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
A dismal second-half display was underscored by a shocking statistic: for the first time in 21 seasons of recorded data, Liverpool failed to register a single shot in a home half of English top-flight football (James Pearce).
When Matheus Cunha pulled a goal back in the 67th minute, tension gripped Anfield, only intensifying as Liverpool’s performance looked far from that of title contenders. So much so that Gary Neville suggested their unconvincing display against a struggling Wolves side might reignite Arsenal’s hopes of catching them.
Robertson Urges Calm from the Kop
As highlighted by Pearce in The Athletic, Robertson made a notable gesture to the Kop in the 75th minute. After passing the ball back to Alisson Becker—prompting frustrated groans from the crowd—he raised his hands, urging supporters to remain calm.
Liverpool Lose Their Nerve Despite Robertson’s Plea
A veteran of Premier League title races, the Scotland international attempted to exude composure amid the growing anxiety in the stadium. However, Liverpool’s shaky second-half performance left nearly 60,000 fans desperate for the final whistle—a stark contrast to the control they had enjoyed an hour earlier with a 2-0 lead.
Even some of Arne Slot’s most reliable players faltered, as noted by Pearce. Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch—typically composed figures—made uncharacteristic errors, with misplaced passes and poor clearances adding to the nervous energy.
With 13 matches left and Arsenal refusing to back down, Anfield is set for more tense encounters in the coming months. The composure Robertson called for will be crucial for both him and his teammates.
Still, after what may have been their most challenging week of the season, the priority was securing three points—however unconvincingly. Liverpool remain in control of the title race, but they will need to show far more authority on the pitch than they did against Wolves.
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