Well... yes? That's how fatigue works - it's built up over time and isn't an issue until it is.
That's not what a lot on here were saying back in November and December when we were eeking out 1-0 wins. I remember having the same conversation we have every year (under Klopp) at the time - this is how they're trained. To heat peak performance towards the end of March and April (+ I assume, the winter marathon, especially this year with the CWC). That could also be playing a factor. Last year we wobbled right after winter and then went on a huge run.
Come now, we both know playing football at the highest possible level is a bit more just putting a few passes together. Training for a game, being ready for the exhaustion twice a week. That takes a toll no matter your age.
Adrian make a howler or two the first time he was forced to play, but that gets conveniently swept under the rug to suit the narrative that the world is ending. Not that I necessarily disagree that the wheels have come off, mind you. I just think you're being a bit too pessimistic.
It's almost as if putting together the best start to a season ever in your sport's 100+ year history takes a mental toll as well. Would you honestly expect them to feel no pressure and no mental fatigue after performing at such a level for two years now? I think it's only natural. Not great, but it had to happen eventually. That's one of the reasons I think a transfer or two will help revitalise the boys after the league win and the lackluster exit of the CL at the hands of Simeone.
Yes, it's just pessimism.
Agreed. Let's get it sown up and send the boys off on vacation ASAP. The summer is going to be busy for them.
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