Liverpool 2-0 Brentford: Arne Slot’s first Anfield league game ends in victory

There was an air of excitement for Slot’s first Premier League home game in charge with Liverpool’s famous ground sounding even louder than usual for the start of the post-Jurgen Klopp era at Anfield.

John W Henry flew in from Boston for Klopp’s final game in charge in May and the Liverpool owner was here for Slot’s big moment.

There was a banner in the crowd near the home dugout with Slot’s face on it and the words “We Got Your Back Arne”, while fans twirled scarves with the Dutchman’s name on them.

The boisterous atmosphere continued after Diaz gave his side the perfect start with a lovely finish following a swift counter-attack, with Jota providing the assist, before left-back Robertson almost doubled the lead after swapping passes with Diaz.

However, Liverpool lived dangerously at times and it was not until Salah added the second in the 70th minute that home fans were able to properly relax.

Liverpool, who hit the woodwork through a deflected attempt by substitute Cody Gakpo, have been biding their time to strengthen a squad that fell short in last season’s title race.

There is an argument that the lack of incomings could have a positive impact in that it shows Slot trusts his squad, and while Liverpool continue to win, all seems well.

The worry is what happens when they have a dip in form as they juggle the demands of the Premier League and Champions League.