Liverpool's Arne Slot Faces Touchline Ban

Liverpool manager Arne Slot will miss the touchline during the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Southampton due to a one-match ban after receiving his third yellow card of the season in a recent draw with Fulham. While he acknowledges the ban, Slot believes it will not significantly impact his ability to influence the team, as he can still engage with players before and during halftime. Liverpool, the defending champions, currently leads both the Premier League and Champions League tables and is expected to face a Southampton side in disarray after the sacking of manager Russell Martin. Simon Rusk, Southampton's U21 coach, will take charge for the match. Slot expressed confidence in Liverpool's squad, noting they are well-equipped to compete for multiple trophies this season. He emphasized the unpredictability of the cup competition, referencing the challenges posed by other teams still in the tournament.