All good things must come to an end, a reality of life. Despite the heartache of farewells, people across the globe eventually move forward. Liverpool finds itself at this crossroads in 2024, following legendary boss Jurgen Klopp's departure from the club. The news, when first announced, sent shockwaves through the club, stunned the supporters, and left the football world in surprise.
The glorious memories of Champions League and Premier League victories will gradually fade, overshadowed by the sole Carabao Cup win in Klopp's final season. The Reds finished third in the 2023-24 Premier League season with 82 points from their 38 matches, nine points behind leaders Manchester City.
As Klopp steps aside, the mantle has been passed to Arne Slot. The Dutchman will face the daunting task of avoiding the pitfalls that have plagued his compatriots in Premier League history, most of whom have fallen short of expectations.
With one chapter closing and another beginning, Slot will find his plate full. Filling the shoes of a world-class manager beloved by fans is no easy feat. Klopp and Liverpool were inseparable, a relationship that became synonymous with success.
However, Slot's impressive record in Holland, particularly his Eredivisie triumph with Feyenoord in 2023, speaks volumes about his capabilities. His first assignment in Merseyside will be to lead the team on a preseason tour in America, setting the stage for a new era.
Over the next few weeks, Slot's troops will fine-tune their preparations with a series of warmup fixtures. Here's their full schedule:
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Liverpool preseason schedule of matches
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Kickoff time (ET, USA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 26 | Real Betis | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh | 7:30 p.m. |
| July 31 | Arsenal | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 7:30 p.m. |
| August 4 | Manchester United | Brice Stadium, South Carolina | 7:45 p.m. |
| August 11 | Sevilla | Anfield | 10:00 a.m. |
