Florian Wirtz sends a warning to Manchester City, explains that the energy from their thrilling midweek victory over Real Madrid can propel the Reds into Sunday’s Premier League clash against the Sky Blues at the Etihad.
The German midfielder, who was instrumental in the 1–0 win over the Spanish giants, told Liverpoolfc.com that back-to-back victories have restored belief in the dressing room and reignited momentum after a difficult run of form.
“I think the game against Madrid really helps to get in the right energy and on the same level it will be on Sunday,” Wirtz said. “I think it was a good test and we are ready to compete again.”
The 22-year-old was one of the standout performers at Anfield, combining composure with relentless work rate, embodying the pressing style that manager Arne Slot has instilled since his arrival.
He claimed that the intensity was matched only by the electric atmosphere that the Liverpool supporters created under the lights.
“I have to say, I think against Madrid now it was the craziest atmosphere since I am here,” said the No.7.
“I really enjoyed it, how the fans celebrated every action we did, and I’m very thankful that they supported us like this.”
Two straight wins, two clean sheets, and a renewed sense of rhythm have arrived at the perfect time, just days before facing Pep Guardiola‘s men.
Wirtz added: “We are really happy that we could win two times now and hopefully another time on the weekend, then going with a good feeling into the international break.”
Liverpool’s triumph over Real Madrid wasn’t just about the result—it was about rediscovering their swagger. For weeks, the Reds had struggled to convert dominance into points, drawing criticism for lapses in concentration and inconsistency in attack.
But under the Anfield floodlights, against a side that had haunted them in previous Champions League campaigns, the team found its bite again. As a result, Florian Wirtz sends a warning to Manchester City
The German was at the centre of everything creative, linking play between midfield and attack with fluidity that made Liverpool’s press more cohesive and purposeful.
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola’s men remain formidable, but there is a quiet determination within the Liverpool camp that suggests they are ready to go toe-to-toe once more.
Manchester City, fresh off their own impressive run, remain masters of possession and control—a style that demands physical and mental resilience from any opponent.
“I spoke to my teammates and they told me it will be a tough game because they keep the ball a lot and you have to run a lot,” he admitted. “I think they are in a good moment and we are back also.”
This fixture has often been decisive in title races, producing drama, goals, and high-quality football. Sunday promises more of the same, particularly as both team can not afford to be far from the league leaders Arsenal.
Meanwhile, boss Pep Guardiola has warned Arsenal that the Premier League title race is far from over despite their strong start to the season.
Arsenal are six points clear at the top after eight wins and a draw from their first 10 games.
Mikel Arteta’s side have also only conceded three league goals all season and have kept eight clean sheets in a row in all competitions.
“If they continue in that way and don’t concede goals, it will be almost impossible, but you always expect you will be better and they will drop points,” Guardiola said regarding Arsenal’s impressive form.
“It looks like every time it is closer and closer, but we are in early November and you cannot win the title. You can lose it, but you cannot win it.”
