Slot stands by team selection following Reds' Carabao Cup exit

Liverpool manager Arne Slot explained his selection after the Carabao Cup exit to Crystal Palace. Pic: Peter Byrne/PA

Arne Slot stood by his decision to make sweeping changes to protect players despite Crystal Palace condemning Liverpool to a sixth defeat in seven matches as they bowed out of the Carabao Cup.

Having won the Community Shield on penalties and last month’s Premier League meeting at Selhurst Park, Wednesday evening saw the Eagles get the better of the Reds for the third time this season.