Liverpool sack key member of backroom staff amid struggles in important aspect of their game

Liverpool have confirmed that Aaron Briggs has left his role as set-piece coach of the men’s first team. Briggs departed his position as part of Arne Slot’s backroom team after the two parties reached a mutual agreement to part ways.

The decision comes amid a season where Liverpool have the joint-worst set-play record in Europe’s top five leagues. The Reds have conceded 12 goals from set-pieces in the Premier League this season, most recently conceding from a corner in their 2-1 home win over rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, December 27.

With the situation only aggravating, Liverpool felt an intervention in the area was necessary, leading to the mutual decision that led to Briggs exiting Anfield.

A club statement read:

“Liverpool FC can confirm Aaron Briggs has departed his role as set-piece coach of the men’s first team. Having joined the club in July 2024 – initially in the role of individual development coach – Briggs contributed to our Premier League title success last season as a member of Arne Slot’s backroom staff. He leaves with the appreciation and best wishes of everyone at the club.”

Briggs was initially an elite development coach, helping bridge the gap from the academy to the first team. Following Briggs’ departure, responsibility for preparing the team for set-pieces will be taken on by the rest of the Liverpool coaching staff.

Edited by Ezekiel Olamide