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Liverpool Ran Out of Energy in Bournemouth Loss

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Arne Slot admitted Liverpool "ran out of energy" in a 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth. The Reds fell behind early but fought back to 2-2 before conceding a 95th-minute winner. It's a fifth straight league game without a win, leaving them fourth but 14 points behind leaders Arsenal.

Slot cited a punishing schedule, noting Liverpool were the only Champions League side to play Wednesday and face a fierce away game two days later. He made just one change from the Marseille win, with injuries to Joe Gomez and others limiting his options. The manager placed blame solely on his squad.

The defeat stems from a disastrous seven-minute first-half spell where Liverpool conceded twice and lost Gomez to injury. Slot's side dominated otherwise but couldn't find a late equalizer. This result adds to a frustrating season defined by costly lapses and an injury crisis that continues to hinder their campaign.