Key Points
- Liverpool sit sixth in the Premier League table with 42 points from 26 matches under manager Arne Slot.
- The team has recorded 12 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of +6 (41 scored, 35 conceded).
- Despite strong Champions League form (6 wins from 8), domestic inconsistency includes heavy 0-3 home defeat to Nottingham Forest.
- Key scorers include Hugo Ekitike (10 goals), Cody Gakpo (5), and Mohamed Salah (4 from 18 appearances).
Liverpool (Liverpool Standard) February 18, 2026 – Arne Slot’s Liverpool languish in sixth place in the Premier League after 26 matches, prompting questions over their credentials as defending champions.
The Reds have amassed 42 points from 12 wins, 6 draws, and 8 defeats, trailing leaders by a significant margin with a modest +6 goal difference.
Why are Liverpool struggling in the Premier League table?
Liverpool’s position reflects a win percentage of 46.15 per cent, with notable setbacks including a 0-3 home loss to Nottingham Forest on November 22, 2025, and draws against Leeds United and others.
According to Premier League statistics, Chelsea lead with 44 points in fifth, while Liverpool risk missing European qualification entirely despite their title defence.
As reported by NBC Sports, Liverpool’s record stands at 12-6-8 with +6 goal difference after 26 games, placing them behind Brentford and Everton in the race for top spots.
What explains Liverpool’s mid-table position under Slot?
The campaign began promisingly with a 1-0 win over Arsenal on August 31, 2025, and a 2-0 victory against Aston Villa on November 1, but form has faltered with eight league losses.
Has defensive frailty undermined Liverpool’s attack?
Liverpool have conceded 35 goals in 26 matches, exposing vulnerabilities despite Virgil van Dijk’s two goals and Ibrahima Konaté’s contribution.
Can Arne Slot turn Liverpool’s season around?
With the Premier League running until May 24, 2026, Liverpool face a congested schedule including Champions League commitments where they boast a 75 per cent win rate from eight games.
Success in cup competitions offers solace, with perfect FA Cup record and EFL Cup progress, but Premier League revival demands consistency from stars like Mohamed Salah.
