{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/681ccc398b1f3232bc1e68ae/697b7958ebb1ff695ff351be?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Slot’s unpopular opinion & why Liverpool are sticking by him","description":"<p>Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to break down Wednesday night’s European rout, standout performances and another injury which further leaves Liverpool frighteningly thin at the back</p><p><br></p><p>There’s also reaction to Slot’s eyebrow-raising comments about last season’s title and squad depth, and discussion about why the Liverpool hierarchy are sticking by their man.</p><p><br></p><p>Finally, attention turns to a huge weekend clash with Newcastle, with Liverpool winless in five league games and looking over their shoulder at the chasing pack of teams just behind them.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.com</p><p><br></p><p><em>We’re asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to </em><a href=\"http://theathletic.com/survey26\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em><u>theathletic.com/survey26</u></em></a><em>. Three lucky entries will win $/£100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. So whether you’re a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to: </em><a href=\"http://theathletic.com/survey26\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em><u>theathletic.com/survey26</u></em></a></p><p><br></p><p>Host: Tony Evans</p><p>With: Simon Hughs &amp; James Pearce</p><p>Producers: Guy Clarke &amp; Nick Thomson</p>","author_name":"The Athletic"}