From Anfield to Westminster, two giants of British life are struggling. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party — once commanding a decisive lead — is now seeing record-low approval ratings amid growing voter frustration and a resurgent Reform UK. Meanwhile, Liverpool FC, long a powerhouse of English football, have stumbled dramatically, losing six of their last seven games and sparking questions about strategy, morale, and leadership. This video draws parallels between the political and sporting crises — exploring how leadership fatigue, internal divisions, and public disillusionment have shaken both Starmer’s government and Klopp’s Reds.

UK PM Keir Starmer And Liverpool: Leaders Losing Their Shine

Liverpool arrived in Germany reeling after a run of four consecutive defeats, which included a 1-0 loss to Galatasaray in their last Champions League match.

Champions League: Liverpool return to winning ways as Chelsea, Real stand tall

Former Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United striker Michael Owen, together with the iconic Premier League Trophy, will headline this week of fan and community engagement.

Liverpool legend Michael Owen to headline Premier League weekend in Mumbai, to be part of special fan program

Tuesday’s defeat meant there were more questions than answers for Liverpool as they prepare for a key run of fixtures. Arne Slot’s side faces Chelsea on the weekend and will resume against struggling Manchester United after the international break.

'Liverpool aren't playing football': Jamie Carragher slams Arne Slot's side after back-to-back defeats

Slot, speaking ahead of Sunday's match against Burnley, brushed off criticism that Isak received after he agitated to leave Newcastle, where he still had three more years to run on his contract.

Arne Slot urges patience with ‘best striker’ Isak after record Liverpool move

Woltemade, who is Newcastle's fifth signing since the end of last season, said it was a seismic change for him but the giant striker -- he is 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 metres) -- was looking forward to it.

Alexander Isak nears Liverpool moves after Newcastle sign 6’6 striker Woltemade

Liverpool opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Ryan Gravenberch scored from the edge of the box, having made his first appearance of the season. Things went from bad to worse for the home side as half time approached.

Watch: Teenager Rio Ngumoha scripts history with 100th-minute winner as Liverpool edge Newcastle in thriller

Alexander Isak’s current contract runs out at the end of the 2027-28 season, meaning he still has three more years remaining on the deal. Considering Newcastle have big commitments in the Premier League and now the Champions League, Isak will be essential to the club’s success.

Explained: Alexander Isak-Newcastle United saga as player pushes for Liverpool switch in summer transfer window

Before the start of the match, Liverpool fans, players, coaching staff, including opposition dugout Bournemouth and everyone at Anfield observed a minute’s silence in memory of Diogo Jota and brother Andre Silva. 

Watch: Liverpool pay fitting tribute in memory of Diogo Jota; Mohamed Salah spotted in tears after match

Liverpool's joy at celebrating a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title turned to tragedy during the off-season as forward Diogo Jota was killed alongside his brother Andre Silva in a car accident last month at the age of 28.

Premier League: Liverpool strike late to beat Bournemouth as Jota remembered in season opener

The latest season of the English Premier League (EPL) begins Saturday, with Arsenal facing Manchester United in one of the marquee matches. 

Premier League Preview: Arsenal face revamped Man Utd as new-look Liverpool aim for bumper season opener

Diogo was an incredibly important player for us having him in side changed whole dynamics Jurgen Klopp

'Diogo was an incredibly important player for us, having him in side changed whole dynamics': Jurgen Klopp

Born in the Ivory Coast capital, Abidjan, Marc Guehi was eligible to play for the African nation, but his family moved to England when he was just one. His father, being a minister in the local church, saw Marc rise in religious values.

Transfer window: Who is Marc Guehi, Liverpool's latest target ahead of Premier League season opener?

New signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Premier League champions, but Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before winning an error-strewn shootout 3-2.

Crystal Palace humbles new-look Liverpool to win maiden Community Shield

After a quiet first year in the transfer market under Slot, the Reds have spent almost £300 million ($402 million) on forwards Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike as well as full-backs Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong.

Transfer Window: Liverpool’s Arne Slot not putting foot off the pedal in chasing Alexander Isak

Darwin Nunez transfer news: Liverpool reach agreement for Uruguayan striker with Saudi club Al Hilal-Reports

In an announcement made by the record German champions Bayern Munich, Luis Diaz will be the latest addition to the already prolific forward line of the Bavarians, as they try to challenge for European glory. 

Liverpool forward Luis Diaz completes Bayern Munich switch in $88mn deal

Still in the grief of Diogo Jota’s death, Liverpool have been in a ‘show must go on’ state as they continue to make headlines in the transfer window with the signings of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike and now with the potential arrival of Alexander Isak

Explained: Why Liverpool could be the new irresistible force in Europe as Alexander Isak nears Anfield switch

Wanted to join a club that ranks among the top three in the world: Florian Wirtz on joining Liverpool

UNTIL DEATH DO US PART Diogo Jotas widow pens emotional tribute a month after wedding

'UNTIL DEATH DO US PART’: Diogo Jota’s widow pens emotional tribute a month after wedding

Earlier this week, Slot joined several players in attending the tributes that have appeared to Jota and his brother outside Anfield.

Liverpool's Slot pays tribute to 'champion' Jota ahead of Preston friendly

From Diogo Jota to Diego Maradona, here is a glance at five iconic squad numbers retired by clubs to honour stars. The list also features Johan Cruyff, Paolo Maldini and Bobby Moore who starred for the club. 

From Diogo Jota to Diego Maradona, 5 iconic squad numbers retired by clubs to honour stars

Premier League champions Liverpool have paid yet another round of tribute to late forward Diogo Jota as the club has decided to retire squad number 20.

'Forever our number 20': Liverpool retire Diogo Jota's squad number in heartfelt tribute to late forward

What’s more worsening is to know that he only got married to his long-time partner Rute (on June 22) just 11 days before his tragic death.

Liverpool to pay Diogo Jota’s remaining two-year contract to family – Report

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UK PM Keir Starmer And Liverpool: Leaders Losing Their Shine

Champions League: Liverpool return to winning ways as Chelsea, Real stand tall

Liverpool legend Michael Owen to headline Premier League weekend in Mumbai

'Liverpool aren't playing football': Jamie Carragher slams Arne Slot's side

Arne Slot urges patience with ‘best striker’ Isak after record Liverpool move

Alexander Isak nears Liverpool moves after Newcastle sign 6’6 striker Woltemade

Watch: Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha scripts history with 100th-minute winner

Explained: Alexander Isak-Newcastle saga as player pushes for Liverpool move

Watch: Liverpool pay fitting tribute in memory of Diogo Jota

Premier League: Liverpool strike late to beat Bournemouth in season opener

PL Preview: Arsenal face Man Utd as Liverpool aim for bumper season opener

'Diogo was an incredibly important player for us': Jurgen Klopp

Transfer window: Who is Marc Guehi, Liverpool's latest target?

Crystal Palace humbles new-look Liverpool to win maiden Community Shield

Liverpool’s Arne Slot not putting foot off the pedal in chasing Alexander Isak

Liverpool reach agreement for Uruguayan striker with Saudi club Al Hilal-Reports

Liverpool forward Luis Diaz completes Bayern Munich switch in $88mn deal

Explained: Why Liverpool could be the new irresistible force in Europe

Wanted to join a club that ranks among the top three in the world: Florian Wirtz

'Until Death Do Us Part’: Jota’s widow pens tribute a month after wedding

Liverpool's Slot pays tribute to 'champion' Jota ahead of Preston friendly

From Jota to Maradona, 5 iconic squad numbers retired by clubs to honour stars

'Forever our number 20': Liverpool retire Jota's squad number in tribute

Liverpool to pay Diogo Jota’s remaining two-year contract to family – Report