Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insisted they intend to use the FA Cup to prove a point and will not under-estimate Barnsley. Arne Slot’s side earned a creditable goalless draw at Premier League leaders Arsenal on Thursday as they extended their unbeaten run to 10 matches. But having enjoyed the better of the second half Van Dijk is keen for them to start rebuilding their reputation. “I am really looking forward to the FA Cup, and the Champions League too,” he said. “Any competition is important, but definitely the FA Cup is important.

Source: Irish Examiner January 10, 2026 17:15 UTC