Liverpool Shocked by Plymouth in FA Cup Upset

Liverpool's FA Cup campaign ended in disappointment as they suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat to Plymouth Argyle, a team currently at the bottom of the Championship. Manager Arne Slot made ten changes to his starting lineup, which included several younger players, in a move that backfired as the team struggled to create chances. Ryan Hardie's penalty in the second half sealed the victory for Plymouth, while Slot acknowledged that his team did not perform well despite having enough quality on the pitch. Liverpool fans expressed their frustration, particularly towards Kostas Tsimikas, Harvey Elliott, and Federico Chiesa, who were singled out for criticism. Slot defended his rotation strategy, citing fixture congestion and the need for players to gain experience, but admitted the outcome was disappointing. The loss marks a significant setback for Liverpool, who were aiming for an unprecedented quadruple this season.