@klintoncod Let’s not minimize anti-Black racism. History shows that even when African civilizations flourished, they were still often viewed through a lens of inferiority. The logic of ignoring racism while saying “fix home first” risks missing that reality.
@klintoncod I think a more balanced approach is needed when discussing African fans’ exclusion from the World Cup. We can acknowledge systemic racism while also discussing the need to improve our own institutions; not to prove anything to others or retaliate, but for our own progress.
🚨 BREAKING STATEMENT FROM LIVERPOOL OWNERS:
That this was a difficult decision for us to make as a club goes without saying. The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC in the time that he has been with us has been significant, meaningful and – most importantly of all to supporters and ourselves – successful.
“As such, our appreciation for everything he has achieved could not be greater, particularly as it was underpinned by a work ethic, a diligence and a level of expertise which further underlined our view that he is a leader in his field.
“From the moment that we first encountered Arne, it was immediately clear that he is an individual who does not merely accept responsibility, he embraces it. This was evident when he agreed to take over as head coach, when he guided us to the Premier League title and throughout the season just ended when he faced considerable challenges and burdens.
“At the same time, we have collectively come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward. Again, it must be stressed that this is not a decision which has been reached lightly, anything but.
“We would like to take this opportunity to place on record our appreciation for Arne, who will always hold a special place in the history of this football club as the coach who delivered Liverpool’s 20th league title.
“That accomplishment – made all the more remarkable as it arrived in his very first season in charge – was built on outstanding coaching and leadership every single day.
“He also helped guide the club through one of the most difficult periods imaginable following the loss of Diogo. The compassion and humanity he showed throughout that time said a great deal about him as a person.
“As such, we can only wish Arne well in the next stage of his coaching career, with our expectation being that he will continue to be successful. We do so in the knowledge that his Liverpool legacy is intact and will become yet more meaningful in the years and decades to come.
“Nevertheless, the conclusion we have come to is built on a belief that the team’s trajectory is best addressed through a change of direction. That does not diminish the work Arne has done here, or the respect we have for him. Nor is it a reflection of his talents. Rather, it is indicative of the need for a different approach.
“Arne leaves with our gratitude, with a Premier League title to his name, and with the knowledge that he and his family will always be welcomed back at Anfield.”
@AsakyGRN Claims that “there’s no insecurity in Canada” erase lived realities. The crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and the confirmed unmarked graves of Indigenous children from residential schools, show that safety is not experienced equally across communities.
Terrible the way Emre Can, Lallana, Moreno, Sturridge, Origi, Milner, Keita, Oxlade-Chamberlain, Firmino, Thiago and Matip all ran their contracts down because they hate Arne Slot so much.
Found it genuinely sad at Anfield yesterday that Slot didn’t feel comfortable joining the lap of honour with the players because of the fear that our own fans would jeer or boo him. Imagine creating that kind of atmosphere around your own manager after everything this squad has dealt with this season. What have we become?
Caoimhin Kelleher putting things beautifully into perspective here. Some things are just so much bigger than football. People are completely tuning out what that Liverpool dressing room has dealt with mentally and emotionally this season.
🚨🗣️ 𝗡𝗘𝗪: Andy Robertson on why Liverpool's season went so bad:
“What happened in the summer with Diogo Jota… nobody could have prepared us for that. The first time I saw my teammates again after the trophy parade was on the way to one of our mate's funeral.”
"And I DON'T want to use this as an excuse, but we CANNOT hide away from this. It's been tough, and we can't hide away from this. Diogo Jota was one of our BEST mates."
@jamesvictorb It’s also an unsustainable approach to deal with conflict within the club. If it works, then it’s setting a precedent for an approach to adopt when they don’t like a manager.