Jurgen Klopp made waves with his actions during his post-match interview following Liverpool’s devastating loss to long-standing rivals Manchester United. The defeat put an end to Liverpool’s dreams of securing a quadruple, as Manchester United staged two remarkable comebacks in an electrifying FA Cup clash, securing a place in the semi-finals.
Klopp, who is on the brink of departing Liverpool at the season’s end, showed visible frustration at the result, especially when pressed about his team’s intensity during extra time. In an interview with V Sport after the match, Klopp’s response was sharp when questioned about his team’s performance, dismissing the inquiry as “dumb.”
He went on to explain that Liverpool’s packed schedule of matches, compared to Manchester United’s, played a role in their performance. Klopp’s sudden exit from the interview left the interviewer, presenter, and pundits visibly taken aback.
His reaction has ignited criticism on social media, with football fans questioning the nature of his response to the interviewer’s question.