Arne Slot praises Robertson after goal and assist in Liverpool FA Cup win

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has praised the outstanding performance of Andrew Robertson following Liverpool’s 3–1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the fifth round of the FA Cup.

The Scottish left-back delivered a standout display, scoring once and providing an assist to help Liverpool progress in the competition.

Speaking after the match, Slot highlighted how unusual it is for a full-back to deliver such attacking numbers while still performing strongly in defence.

He said, “If you talk about a goal and an assist, the first player you think about is probably not a full-back.

“So, if he can then add that to a game where we didn't concede a chance until the 91st minute, and he's, of course, part of defending, which is a full-back's first job, then it's really positive.”

Slot also broke down the build-up to Robertson’s goal, noting the quality of the strike from distance.

He added, “The first goal he scored is not a big chance; it's a 20-yard shot.

“This one goes in after Cody and Mo did a good job in the lead-up.”

He also praised the team move that led to Liverpool’s second goal, highlighting contributions from several attacking players.

“Again, Cody had a good role in that attack, dropping low as a nine, switching it to Rio, a great overlap by Robbo. Mo, he's hardly ever offside, that is probably one of the most special things about him.”

With Robertson’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, Slot also spoke about the defender’s dedication to the club and his connection with supporters at Anfield.

“He loves the club and he loves to play in front of these fans. In the one-and-a-half years that I'm here, he has given his everything for the club. I think the fans will tell me that it's not only for one-and-a-half years he did this. He did this for all the years that he's been here,” Slot said.