Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists the team won't get carried away following their 4-0 Champions League thrashing of Galatasaray. The commanding victory at Anfield secured their place in the quarterfinals and arguably delivered the best performance of the season under Arne Slot. Van Dijk acknowledged the team's previous inconsistency has been frustrating for players and supporters alike, with good performances rarely building on each other.

The Dutch defender emphasized how difficult it is to replicate the mentality and energy shown against the Turkish side, especially with demanding fixtures every three to four days. Liverpool fans booed the team after an anaemic draw with Tottenham, showing rare discontent with performances. Van Dijk stressed the need for both players and supporters to maintain their end of the bargain consistently for mutual success.

With holders PSG awaiting in the quarterfinals—the team that eliminated Liverpool last season—van Dijk acknowledged the players take full responsibility for their inconsistent performances. "The only thing we can do is keep going, try to improve," he stated, adding that representing the badge properly remains their immediate focus after reaching the last eight.