Liverpool Women Face Critical Test as Pressure Mounts on Gareth Taylor
Liverpool’s women’s football team is currently enduring a tumultuous season in the Women’s Super League (WSL), and the pressure is mounting on manager Gareth Taylor as they remain winless halfway through the campaign. Their poor run of form reached a new low after a disheartening 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa, leaving the Reds bottom of the table. The situation has led to growing frustration among fans, some of whom have called for Taylor’s departure after just 10 league games.
A year ago, under former manager Matt Beard, Liverpool sat comfortably mid-table, but now, they are struggling to find any semblance of form. Despite their lowly position, there is still a glimmer of hope. Taylor’s side will face West Ham on Sunday, another team at the bottom of the table, in what could prove to be a pivotal clash in the battle to avoid relegation. If Liverpool cannot secure a win in this crunch match, their future in the league could look increasingly uncertain.
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One of the more puzzling aspects of Liverpool’s situation is their lack of goals. The team has struggled offensively, scoring fewer goals than any other side in the league, with only Leicester City matching their poor tally. Beata Olsson, the Swedish striker who arrived in the summer, has been one of the few bright spots, scoring four goals in eight league games. However, her efforts alone have not been enough to lift the team. Liverpool’s attack has been painfully ineffective, with the side taking fewer shots than any other WSL team.
The club’s lack of offensive firepower has been compounded by other issues. While they have occasionally shown promise, such as in draws against Chelsea and Brighton, these positive moments have been few and far between. In addition, their League Cup campaign has been relatively unchallenging, as they’ve faced lower-tier opposition. Despite flashes of brilliance, such as in their matches against Manchester City and Arsenal, Liverpool's inability to convert good performances into results has left fans and pundits questioning the direction the team is heading.
The situation was not helped by the fact that Taylor took over as manager very late in the pre-season, which made it difficult for him to properly integrate his ideas with the squad. While some supporters are willing to give him time, the team’s lack of significant progress and underwhelming results are starting to wear thin. Even the most patient fans may soon demand answers if performances do not improve.
Taylor, for his part, remains committed to his long-term vision, stating that the team’s style of play requires time to develop. However, with no automatic relegation spots this season—due to an expansion of the league—Liverpool may feel inclined to stick with Taylor, assuming their survival in the top tier is more or less assured. Still, the club will have to make tough decisions come the January transfer window. The coming weeks will be critical for Taylor and his squad, and Sunday’s game against West Ham could be their best chance to finally turn the tide.
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