Arne Slot still sure Liverpool can 'go toe-to-toe' with PSG
Liverpool Manager Remains Defiant Despite Heavy Defeat
Liverpool manager **Arne Slot** remains defiant that his side can compete with Europe's elite as they prepare to face **Paris Saint-Germain** in the Champions League. Despite suffering a heavy **4-0** FA Cup defeat against **Manchester City**, the Dutchman believes his team's strong early performance at the Etihad proves they possess the quality to match the French champions.
Slot Points to Positives in Manchester City Defeat
Slot addressed the media in Paris ahead of the first leg of their quarter-final tie, coming just days after their elimination from the FA Cup at the weekend. The manager refused to let the **4-0** final scoreline overshadow the periods of the game where his side managed to match their hosts.
- Liverpool suffered a **4-0** defeat against **Manchester City** in the FA Cup.
- **Arne Slot** believes his team's early performance shows they can compete with top teams.
- Liverpool will face **Paris Saint-Germain** in the Champions League quarter-final.
"The first 35 minutes gives me a lot of confidence that we are able to go toe to toe against a team that, combined with Paris Saint-Germain, is for me one of the best – or the best – two teams in open play." - **Arne Slot**
Confidence in Squad's Ability
When asked what gives him belief that the squad can bounce back, the boss pointed to the opening stages. **Arne Slot** expressed his confidence in his team's ability to compete with top teams like **Paris Saint-Germain** and **Manchester City**.
