Getty Images Sport | Moataz Elgammal Apr 14, 2026 03:49+06:00 Liverpool face 'complicated but not impossible' challenge against PSG as Arne Slot has '200 examples' to back up Champions League comeback hopes Liverpool | A. Slot | Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain | Paris Saint-Germain | Champions League Liverpool manager Arne Slot remains resolute that his squad can overturn a two-goal deficit against Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield on Tuesday. Despite trailing 2-0 after a challenging first leg in France, Slot firmly believes his players have the pedigree and attacking prowess to stun the reigning European champions and secure a place in the Champions League semi-finals. Anfield comeback hopes remain alive After his side's first-leg defeat in Paris, Slot admitted that his team were fortunate to be only two goals behind on aggregate. Despite the evident gap in quality during that match, Slot is confident his players possess the talent and mental resolve required to overturn the deficit as they welcome Luis Enrique's side to Anfield. Slot stated: “First, I’d remind the players of the score. It was 2-0. It felt completely different on the night, but the result was 2-0, and we have shown many times this season in big games that we are capable of a great performance. We have also shown a different side, I am aware of that, but for those who have been with me for the past year and a half, in the 49 home games we’ve played, we scored two or more goals in 36 of them.” Belief in creating a special night Despite securing only three wins in their last nine games, Liverpool have plenty of memorable European nights to draw inspiration from. Slot dismissed doubts over his squad's confidence against their formidable opponents. Emphasizing this, he declared: “Yes, we haven’t played PSG in all 49 home games, but we have faced very strong opponents in the Champions League and Premier League. There is a belief we can do something special tomorrow, but we need to be exceptional to achieve it, as we are facing the champions of Europe. That makes the task more complicated—but not impossible.” When asked about the source of this faith, he insisted there were "one, two, 10, or 200" examples of his team reaching the required level. Avoiding the complacency trap On the opposing side, PSG boss Luis Enrique is taking nothing for granted despite his team's first-leg dominance. The Spaniard knows the Anfield atmosphere can disrupt even the best tactical plans. Highlighting the dangers ahead, Enrique warned: “There could be pitfalls—a trap where people say we won easily last week. That might be true, I don’t know, but things can change quickly in football. You must focus on the details. If we concede, the game becomes wide open. We don’t want to allow Liverpool to benefit from their fans and the noise they create, but that also motivates us.” Liverpool buoyed by recent win Liverpool have endured a difficult domestic campaign but enter this tie following a 2-0 win against Fulham, having lost their previous three matches. The Anfield clash saw teenage star Rio Ngumoha and Mohamed Salah score in a morale-boosting display. PSG, however, have won five consecutive matches and were given the weekend off to prepare after their Ligue 1 fixture against Lens was postponed. ENJOYED THIS STORY? Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting. Getty Images Sport
Liverpool Face 'Complicated but Not Impossible' Challenge Against PSG as Arne Slot Has '200 Examples' to Fuel Champions League Comeback Hopes
