BREAKING ‼️ Live from Anfield: Liverpool legend slams Liverpool stars as ‘liabilities’ despite 3-2 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid.

Liverpool may have celebrated a thrilling 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid at Anfield, but post-match reaction from a club legend has sparked heated debate. The former Red praised the overall attacking display yet delivered a scathing verdict on Cody Gakpo and Andrew Robertson, accusing the duo of dragging the team down in key moments.

“No doubt Liverpool played beautiful football and won 3-2—but those two, Gakpo and Robbo, should have been subbed off in the first half,” the legend said. “They slowed down the tempo, killed the intensity, and made it impossible for even Alexander Isak to shine. Right now, I don’t think they’re Liverpool-type players at all. They don’t fit the system, they don’t match the energy—and if this continues, they’ll drag the whole team down.”

The harsh assessment came after what should have been a night of celebration, with Arne Slot’s side beginning their Champions League campaign in style. Instead, attention has shifted to whether Gakpo and Robertson are struggling to adapt to Slot’s demanding high-intensity system.

Fans on social media quickly reacted, some agreeing with the criticism while others defended the pair. Robertson, one of Liverpool’s longest-serving players, has been under scrutiny for his defensive positioning in recent games, while Gakpo has faced questions over consistency in big matches.

Still, the comments serve as a stark warning: in Europe’s toughest competition, there is no room for passengers. Slot’s Liverpool will need every player performing at their peak if they are to challenge for silverware this season.

“They should really work on themselves—we can’t afford to lose this competition,” the legend concluded, echoing the frustration of many inside Anfield.

Liverpool may have secured the three points, but the post-match conversation proves the spotlight is firmly on Gakpo and Robertson moving forward.