Virgil van Dijk has urged Liverpool to carry renewed belief into the New Year as the Reds welcome Leeds United to Anfield , as reported by Softfootball . The Premier League fixture offers Arne Slot's side a chance to register a fourth consecutive league win and continue a seven-game unbeaten run across all competitions, as detailed in the match build-up coverage.
With momentum slowly returning, the Liverpool captain believes the opening game of 2026 must reflect clear intent and unity, as highlighted in Conor Bradleys preview of the Anfield clash .
In his programme notes, which were shared on the clubs official X account , Van Dijk acknowledges that the season has not unfolded as hoped but stresses that recent performances show signs of recovery. He explains that optimism is shared within the squad and directed toward supporters.
