"Liverpool have parted ways with set-piece coach Aaron Briggs, with the Reds having conceded the joint-most goals from set-plays in Europe's top five leagues this season. The announcement comes after Liverpool reportedly felt change was necessary, with the responsibility for set-pieces now lying with the remaining coaching staff. Arne Slot's side have conceded 12 goals from set-pieces in the Premier League this term (excluding penalties), with no team letting in more across the big five European leagues."
""Liverpool FC can confirm Aaron Briggs has departed his role as set-piece coach of the men's first team," a club statement read. "Having joined the club in July 2024 - initially in the role of individual development coach - Briggs contributed to our Premier League title success last season as a member of Arne Slot's backroom staff." Reigning champions Liverpool are fourth in the Premier League, 10 points behind leaders Arsenal, and host Leeds United at Anfield on New Year's Day."
Aaron Briggs has left his role as Liverpool's set-piece coach amid concerns over set-piece defending. Liverpool have conceded 12 goals from set-pieces in the Premier League this season (excluding penalties), the highest total across Europe's top five leagues. Seven of those goals have come from corners, including a recent goal in the 2-1 win over Wolves. The club indicated that set-piece responsibility will move to the remaining coaching staff. Briggs joined in July 2024 as an individual development coach and was part of last season's Premier League title-winning backroom staff. Liverpool sit fourth, ten points behind Arsenal, and will host Leeds United on New Year's Day.
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