Spent the day in Liverpool, and I have to say: I am seriously impressed by that city. I lived there for a year more than a decade ago, but it has changed in all sorts of subtle ways since I was last there.
The university campus is more or less the same, complete with hilariously dishevelled towers like the Roxby Building. But the city centre is now absolutely buzzing. It is immaculately clean and packed with some of the best places in the North to eat and drink. If you like Chinese food, as I do, it is close to perfect.
There is also much more of an artsy-fartsy atmosphere now, but I actually prefer it to places in London like Camden Town or Shoreditch. It feels less self-conscious and more relaxed.
Another thing that really struck me was just how clean everything is. Not just the streets, but the shops and cafés themselves. It is a total contrast to London, which increasingly feels a bit grubby by comparison.
Liverpool is also incredibly pedestrian-friendly. Everything is compact and walkable, so you barely need public transport at all. I genuinely cannot recommend the city highly enough.
Two years ago, Liverpool’s hierarchy travelled to Zwolle with a 60-page dossier on why Arne Slot was the man for the job. Fans could probably compile a document of the same size now with evidence that he is no longer that man. A piece on thin patience ⬇️🔴
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You genuinely have to give credit to Arne Slot.
He's about to break the record for most losses in a single Liverpool season during the 21st century and his job is all locked up for next season.
Leading the Merseyside club back to the banter era 😳
This is not sackable. This is Liverpool Football Club, this should be punishable by public hanging. I really relate to his family refusing to move here because I hate him as much as they do.