For the first time in 113 years, Liverpool have hit a historic low—and Arne Slot was the man in charge when it happened.

Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford wasn't just another loss. It was a deserved one. The Reds found themselves 2-0 down at halftime and only clawed their way back into the match thanks to uncharacteristic errors from the hosts. United dominated everywhere except possession, posting an expected goals (xG) of 2.3 compared to Liverpool's 0.8—a stat that tells the real story of the afternoon.

That result sealed United's first league double over Liverpool in a decade. But here's where it gets worse: Manchester City also completed the double over the Reds this season. It's the first time both Manchester clubs have done so in the same campaign since 1913—a frankly staggering stat for a club of Liverpool's stature.

With 18 losses across all competitions this season, Liverpool feel a world away from where they hoped to be at the start of the campaign. As of May 4, 2026, Slot is navigating the most difficult period of his tenure. The Reds sit fourth in the Premier League, having suffered their 11th top-flight defeat of a turbulent season. Their away record against top-half teams has been particularly pitiful—just two points from a possible 24—and a title defense that once promised so much has crumbled, leaving the club fighting just to secure Champions League football.

Despite the "disastrous" domestic campaign, FSG are reportedly expected to stick with Slot for the 2026/27 season. While links to Xabi Alonso have surfaced, a managerial change isn't currently on the agenda. The question now is whether Slot can correct the course—or if this historic low is just the beginning of a longer slide.