Arne Slot makes significant change to Liverpool's pre-match routine

Arne Slot has been Liverpool's head coach for 100 days and has already made an impressive start to his Anfield tenure.

With three games under his belt, the former Feyenoord boss has secured three wins, with his team netting seven goals and keeping three clean sheets – impressive stats, but they only reveal part of the picture.

Slot has had some obstacles to overcome, such as the delayed return of international players from their summer tournaments, and missing out on his primary transfer target. On top of that, he's faced the challenge of stepping into the shoes of Jurgen Klopp.

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Despite all of the above, Slot has made an outstanding start.

Slot makes pre-match change

With the new boss putting his own stamp on things, there has been a slight but notable change in Liverpool's pre-match routine and this was implemented ahead of the Reds' first home fixture against Brentford.

According to a piece by The Athletic, the matchday squad met on the morning of the game instead of staying overnight at The Titanic Hotel, which had been a standard practice under Klopp.

During Klopp's tenure, it was felt that keeping the players together in the same city-centre accommodation helped them to focus before the game, by minimising distractions, and fostered team unity.

The Titanic became an integral part of Liverpool's pre-match rituals. This preparation was believed to create an environment of calm ahead of crucial matches, reinforcing the team’s tight-knit culture.

However, this season has seen has a slight departure from that routine. By gathering on the morning of the game, Slot's new regime is trying to bring a fresh, flexible approach to matchday preparation.

The change possibly reflects a different philosophy on how to maintain a balance between relaxation and mental sharpness.

It also suggests a shift in management style, where the focus is placed more on players' personal routines, providing them with more autonomy the night before a game. So far, it seems to be working well.