Slot’s comments come at a sensitive time for the Merseyside club, as they prepare for the official anniversary on April 15. The manager stressed that the tragedy remains at the forefront of the club's identity, regardless of how many years have passed since the fateful FA Cup semi-final in 1989.
"Aside from the game itself, tonight we will mark the 37th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster," the Liverpool head coach wrote: "While almost four decades have passed since the tragedy occurred, the players and myself are fully aware that so many people - bereaved families, survivors, Liverpool supporters in general and many others besides - continue to be affected by the terrible events of that day. Since becoming head coach, I have been able to hear some of their stories and the passage of time does not make them any less moving."