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Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has spoken ahead of Sunday’s crucial Premier League clash at Manchester City.
The Reds head to the Etihad after a strong week that has lifted the mood around Anfield.
Back-to-back victories over Aston Villa in the league and Real Madrid in the Champions League have given the squad a much-needed boost in confidence.
The Premier League remains one of the toughest competitions in Europe.
Liverpool face a City side that dominates possession and plays at a relentless pace.
Wirtz, who has adapted quickly since joining the Reds, says the team has used recent results to build energy and mentality ahead of the showdown.
The focus at Anfield has been on preparation, effort, and competition.
The squad is aiming to carry momentum into the final game before the November international break.
Speaking to the club’s official site, Wirtz explained how his teammates prepared him for the challenge at Manchester City.
“I spoke of course to my teammates and they told me that it will be a tough game because they keep the ball a lot and you have to run a lot,” Wirtz said.
He added that the squad’s performance against Real Madrid in midweek provides a blueprint.
“I think the game against Madrid really helps to get in the right energy and on the same level it will be on Sunday.”
“I think it was a good test and we are ready to compete again.”
Wirtz highlighted the team’s focus on duels, effort, and high-level performance.
“I think we had the right mentality from the start.”
“We were good in the duels and bringing enough effort on the pitch to compete with Madrid and I think that was the key: that we were really competing on a really high level and it was good that we could bring a good performance on the pitch.”
He also reflected on the atmosphere at Anfield, which he described as the “craziest” since his arrival.
“I have to say, I think against Madrid now it was the craziest atmosphere since I am here.”
“I really enjoyed it, how the fans celebrated every action we did, and very thankful that they supported us like this.”
“[I am] looking forward to more nights like this.”
Wirtz also discussed his role on the pitch, showing flexibility and determination.
“I just enjoyed to play first of all because I wasn’t sure if I would play, so I was happy that I could play.”
“I just take the position the manager wants me to play.”
“Of course I am familiar with this position but I can also play just in the middle, in the 10 or on the left, and I just try to always give my best and to be important for the team.”
“I think I have already a good connection with my teammates on the pitch.”
“Of course the numbers are not there now but I just try to give my best every game – that’s what I always do – and I’m happy that I can create some chances.”
“Hopefully in the next weeks and months we can score more but I am just trying to help the team with my strengths.”
Liverpool travel to Manchester City looking to continue their winning run.
Wirtz and his teammates hope to bring the same intensity and mentality that helped them beat one of Europe’s toughest sides in midweek.
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