Robertson opens up on Jota's impact: 'We didn't care about football'
- Source
- Liverpool EchoLocal press
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- liverpool.news@trinitymirror.com (Theo Squires)
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Key points
- Robertson says Liverpool 'lost their edge' last season after Diogo Jota's death in July 2025
- The left-back praised manager Arne Slot for his handling of the squad during their grief
- Liverpool finished fifth in the Premier League as new signings struggled to settle into a heartbroken club
Summary
Andy Robertson has reflected candidly on how the death of Diogo Jota in a car crash last July devastated Liverpool's 2025–26 campaign. Speaking on the Stick to Football Podcast, the captain admitted the squad stopped caring about football following the loss of their teammate and friend, which affected their performance and made it difficult for new signings to integrate. Robertson praised manager Arne Slot for his compassionate approach during pre-season, allowing players space to grieve, though he felt the club deserved more understanding given the circumstances that led to their fifth-place finish.
Original headline
Andy Robertson admits Liverpool 'lost their edge' after Diogo Jota death - 'We didn't care'
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