Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has discussed why he was so critical of Darwin Nunez following his missed chance against Aston Villa last week ahead of the Reds' clash with Newcastle

Arne Slot has added to his criticism of Darwin Nunez by saying it was unacceptable to him that the striker did not work hard enough in each of his last two appearances. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The striker fired a shot over the bar from close range in Wednesday's match, failing to give his side the lead with the game poised at 2-2.