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Diogo Jota Targets Strong Finish After Injury Return

Diogo Jota is feeling sharper with every game as he aims to play a vital role in Liverpool’s crucial run-in under Arne Slot. The Portuguese forward, who has returned from his second injury setback of the season, is determined to help the team bounce back from recent disappointments.

Jota Ready to Contribute After Injury Setbacks

Jota has featured in Liverpool’s last three fixtures following a brief layoff caused by an injury sustained against Nottingham Forest. Having already missed eight weeks earlier in the season, he is now eager to regain full match sharpness. Speaking to LFC, he said: “Especially after the first one [injury], it was a long time out, it requires time. Now it was a quick one and every game it’s a step forward into the game rhythm. I want to be able to help the team as much as I can.”

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The forward emphasised the importance of squad depth during Liverpool’s packed schedule: “I’m ready to go. Everyone will have the chance because there’s a tough schedule. So, everyone’s going to be a big help for the team and hopefully everyone can contribute.”

Facing Former Side Wolves Adds Extra Meaning

Jota’s next opportunity could come against his former club, Wolverhampton Wanderers, where he enjoyed a successful spell, scoring 44 goals in 131 appearances before his 2020 switch to Liverpool.

Reflecting on facing Wolves, he shared: “It’s obviously always special against Wolves for me. I know their ability, I still have some good friends there and they won’t make it any easier for us.”

Jota is confident that with the support of the Anfield crowd, Liverpool can secure a crucial victory: “We need to make a good performance and with our fans behind us I think we can win.”

Bouncing Back After Tough Results

Liverpool enter the fixture aiming to recover from recent setbacks against Everton and Plymouth Argyle. Jota believes the quick turnaround provides the perfect chance to respond:

“This is going to be a tough period, we have a lot of games coming up and that’s the good thing if things don’t go well, obviously you have a quick chance to turn it around very quickly.”

He praised the team’s effort despite recent frustrations: “It’s not been great and we, as a team, need to bounce back. I think the commitment of the team was very good and small margins didn’t allow us to get those three points.”

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Jota is hopeful that playing at Anfield will inspire the team to return to winning ways: “But now at home with our fans, I believe we need to get back on track and we certainly can do.”

Our View – Anfield Index Analysis

Seeing Diogo Jota back in action is a massive boost. His knack for scoring crucial goals and his relentless work rate are exactly what the team needs during this challenging period. Under Arne Slot’s new system, Jota’s versatility to play across the front line makes him a valuable asset, particularly when fixtures pile up.

The upcoming clash with Wolves feels like a perfect script—Jota against his former club, with the chance to put Liverpool back on track. Fans will hope his sharpness continues to improve because when Jota is fit and firing, Liverpool’s attack always looks more dangerous.

The frustrations from the Everton and Plymouth results still sting, but Jota is right: the fixture list offers a quick chance for redemption. Supporters will rally behind the team at Anfield, and there is a collective belief that Jota can help Liverpool rediscover their winning form.