Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola addressed the team's recent consecutive defeats against Arsenal and Fenerbahce, acknowledging the inherent ups and downs of his first season. He stressed the importance of reacting positively and securing a win against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park before the upcoming November international break, drawing parallels to past challenges against Bournemouth and Brentford. Iraola understands supporter frustration but urged perspective, stating the team is neither as poor as their current form suggests nor as dominant as they appeared a week prior. He highlighted set-plays as a specific area needing correction.

Discussing opponents Crystal Palace, currently 18th in the Premier League, Iraola noted their fighting spirit, demonstrated by their Europa League draw against Hoffenheim despite playing with ten men. He praised Palace's quality players, including Adam Wharton, Daichi Kamada, Yeremy Pino, and Quinten Timber, and their familiar system under new manager Pierre Sage.