London, Aug 20, 2026 (AFP) - Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for 'unacceptable' season

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has challenged his side to make amends for their "unacceptable" performances last season. The Reds finished a disappointing fifth in the Premier League and failed to win a trophy in a dismal campaign that ended in Arne Slot's sacking. Just 12 months after winning the English title, Liverpool were beaten in 19 of their 56 matches in all competitions and 12 of their 38 league games -- only one fewer than they had l......

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