Iraola: Set-piece goals cost Liverpool in 3-2 loss at Fenerbahçe

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said three goals conceded from set pieces were the main reason for his side's 3-2 defeat at Fenerbahçe in the fourth week of the UEFA Champions League, according to the Turkish outlet Fotomac.

Iraola said Liverpool had known set pieces were one of Fenerbahçe's strengths and that his team had twice led after finding goals while controlling the match and pushing close to the opponent's goal. He identified the goals as coming from a free kick, a corner and a long throw-in late in the game.

"It is very frustrating because it is a difficult place to come and play," Iraola said. "For much of the match we thought we could win this game, but obviously it did not happen." He said Liverpool failed to clear the loose ball for the second goal, felt the wall was not set correctly for the first, and noted Muriç headed the last goal over three defenders.