Frankfurt, Germany - Despite a significant travel disruption that delayed Liverpool's arrival in Frankfurt, manager Arne Slot has expressed confidence that the team will not be deterred as they prepare for their Champions League clash against Eintracht Frankfurt. The Reds are aiming to break a troubling streak of four successive defeats after their recent loss to Manchester United at Anfield.

The team's flight to Germany was significantly delayed due to "technical issues" with the aircraft, forcing the cancellation of the pre-match press conference that was scheduled for Tuesday evening. The team was originally scheduled to depart from Liverpool John Lennon Airport at 4 pm, but the flight did not take off until 7:51 pm after experiencing multiple delays. The club released a statement just before 6 pm announcing that the pre-match briefing would not take place due to the flight delay. Despite the setback, the team was able to train at their AXA base on Tuesday morning before their departure.

"These things happen," Slot stated. "It's not ideal, of course, but we won't let it affect our focus. We are here to do a job, and we are determined to do it well." He acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the delay but emphasized the team's resilience and commitment to the upcoming match.

Liverpool is currently facing a challenging period, with their recent form causing concern among fans and analysts. The team's productive start to the campaign has faded, and they are eager to regain momentum in the Champions League. A strong performance in Germany could serve as a turning point, potentially positioning them as strong contenders in the European competition.

Adding to Liverpool's challenges, midfielder Ryan Gravenberch is now a doubt for the Frankfurt match after missing training on Tuesday. He sustained an ankle injury during Sunday's defeat to Manchester United. "I took him off because he twisted his ankle. Is he an injury concern? That's what we have to wait and see tomorrow, but we have to play in two days again,” Slot said after the match.

Despite these challenges, Slot remains optimistic about his team's chances. He is expected to start Hugo Ekitike against his former club, along with Florian Wirtz, a summer signing from Bayer Leverkusen.

Liverpool faces a Frankfurt side that has had a mixed start to their season in the Bundesliga, with three wins, three losses, and one draw in their opening seven games. While Frankfurt's defensive record may offer encouragement to Liverpool, the Reds' vulnerable defense will be tested by the home side's attacking efficiency.

As Liverpool seeks to overcome both travel issues and recent setbacks, Slot's message is clear: the team is focused on the task at hand and determined to deliver a strong performance in Frankfurt.