Slot on Wirtz, Gakpo, and VAR Inconsistencies

Slot said Wirtz will probably be back from injury next week and that managing Jeremie Frimpong’s minutes is a balancing act. He praised Gakpo’s goal as a boost for the forward’s confidence, noting that over‑thinking can hurt a player.

Slot criticised VAR for inconsistent decisions, citing a red‑card incident involving Maxence Lacroix and a similar case at Anfield. He warned that teams must not rely on VAR and must play their own game.