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Concern won’t go away until Liverpool address one painful shortcoming under Andoni Iraola

In the latest Blood Red column, Ian Doyle looks at the trip to Brentford and why Liverpool won't want a repeat of history

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:00 AM
Concern won’t go away until Liverpool address one painful shortcoming under Andoni Iraola
Key Things to Know
  • Ian Doyle argues Liverpool must address concerns over their physical fight and handling of setbacks under Andoni Iraola.
  • Liverpool enter their match against an unbeaten Brentford following a 3-0 home loss to Manchester City.
  • Florian Wirtz previously struggled at Brentford last season despite recently starring in a 6-3 European win against LASK.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ian Doyle argues that Liverpool face ongoing questions regarding their physical resilience and ability to handle adversity under head coach Andoni Iraola. Following a 3-0 home defeat to Manchester City, the Reds travel to face an unbeaten Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, where the squad's battling qualities will be tested amid lingering doubts.

Doyle notes that while Florian Wirtz recently impressed in a 6-3 European win over LASK, Liverpool's marquee attackers have yet to display the tenacity of former fan favorites. With potential injury absences including Conor Bradley and Hugo Ekitike, Doyle asserts Liverpool must match Brentford's physical challenge to overturn their recent struggles.

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