Arne Slot told decisive league game as Steven Gerrard delivers Liverpool sack verdict

Arne Slot told decisive league game as Steven Gerrard delivers Liverpool sack verdictLiverpool icon Steven Gerrard has shared his hopes that Arne Slot can turn around the Reds' fortunes and he has identified one 'key' fixture that will help the boss in his effortsCommentsSportStephen Killen Senior Sports Content Creator09:51, 07 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesSteven Gerrard has talked up the importance of Liverpool's showdown against Fulham.(Image: Getty Images)Steven Gerrard believes the Fulham fixture could prove to be a defining moment in Arne Slot's Liverpool reign. The 45-year-old reckons that a victory over the Cottagers could keep the heat on Manchester United and Aston Villa in the race for a top-four finish.‌However, a failure to beat Fulham at Anfield on April 14, coupled with a damaging defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, would leave the Liverpool legend deeply concerned. Liverpool have the opportunity to bounce back against PSG in the Champions League just days after their humiliating 4-0 thrashing at the hands of rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup.‌But facing the reigning Champions League holders presents a stern test for a rattled Reds side, with Virgil van Dijk openly admitting they 'gave up' in Greater Manchester. Gerrard reaffirmed his belief that the Premier League-winning boss can turn things around on Merseyside, stressing the vital importance of securing Champions League football at Anfield next season.‌READ MORE: Steven Gerrard’s ‘alarming’ Liverpool accusation as big transfer prediction madeREAD MORE: Champions League power rankings as Arsenal and Liverpool face gloomy realityHe told talkSPORT: "The players have admitted it, the manager has, it's not good enough. It's a huge week, they've got to stand up and be counted, stick together and grasp the opportunity to put pressure on Aston Villa and Manchester United against Fulham, which is arguably as important."They've g...