Liverpool continued pre-season work in Tokyo, preparing for Wednesday’s match against Yokohama F. Marinos. Arne Slot oversaw the session closely.
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The training introduced an unexpected feature — long throws. Ryan Gravenberch, Milos Kerkez, Wataru Endo, and Conor Bradley practiced launching balls into the box repeatedly.
Alexis Mac Allister converted one routine brilliantly, scoring from a Kerkez throw flicked on by Darwin Núñez. The drill showed promise, though inconsistently.
Gravenberch’s attempts lacked precision, hinting the tactic might be dropped. Still, it gave Liverpool a fresh option for breaking defensive lines.
Aaron Briggs, first-team development coach, supervised the set-piece session. The club previously considered hiring a throw-in specialist last summer.
Slot’s approach reveals a desire to innovate and diversify. Though the tactic may not be central, it could surprise future opponents.
New signing Florian Wirtz also stood out during training, taking on a key creative role throughout various attacking drills, reports Echo.
The German international linked well with teammates, suggesting he’s adapting quickly and ready to start. His performance impressed Slot’s coaching staff.
With tough fixtures ahead, Liverpool’s evolving approach under Slot could prove crucial as they test new weapons in their arsenal.
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