Liverpool have scored just nine goals in seven Premier League matches under Andoni Iraola, averaging 1.29 goals per game — a stark contrast to their 15 goals across four Champions League and Carabao Cup fixtures. Despite the departure of Mohamed Salah, the team boasts 10 different scorers and strong attacking talent including Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, and Cody Gakpo. Iraola attributes the discrepancy to opposition style, noting Liverpool have faced a low block in 28% of their league games — the highest in the league — making it harder to break down defenses.
The club’s expected goals (xG) suggest they should have scored 10.9, indicating underperformance rather than lack of quality. Iraola, known for his attacking philosophy, admits he prefers facing low blocks to control games, but acknowledges the reality is more complex. With key signings made to enhance their front-foot approach, Liverpool now face the challenge of translating European success into Premier League consistency.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing