I dont have time Andoni Iraola dismisses Arsenal controversy as Liverpool prepare for Champions League clash

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has refused to dwell on controversial refereeing decisions against Arsenal, insisting his focus is firmly on the Champions League ahead of his sides trip to Istanbul.The Reds are looking to bounce back from their Premier League defeat to the Gunners and maintain their perfect record in Europe, having collected nine points from their opening three Champions League matches.Iraola believes there were plenty of positives to take from the Arsenal performance but has urged his players to improve their movement in the opposition penalty area.Speaking ahead of Liverpools Champions League fixture, Iraola was asked whether he had sought clarification from PGMOL over decisions made during the defeat to Arsenal.I didnt ask for an explanation. I told you what I think about the plays but honestly I dont have time, he said.Been preparing for this game, focusing on the opposition and how to prepare the team for tomorrow.It is difficult when you lose but I am happy with a lot of things from the other day, he explained.Still we need to improve, especially attacking in the box. A lot of times we had the numbers there but not making the proper runs.We put Arsenal under pressure, they defended well but I liked a lot of things.Liverpool boss targets fourth straight Champions League win in IstanbulLiverpool return to Istanbul, the city where they famously overturned a three-goal deficit against AC Milan to win the 2005 Champions League final.Iraola acknowledged the significance of the city to Liverpools history but warned that his players face a difficult European assignment.Istanbul is always going to be very special for Liverpool. It is difficult to find a more important night, he said.Tomorrow it wont be easy, you talk about statistics, especially English teams playing here. They have very good players and a very good squad, they know how to play in this competition. We have to start strong in the game.We want to continue how we have done in the Champions League, three games and nine points, it is a good chance to get to 12 points and then finish in the top eight, Iraola added.Champions League away is very difficult. Topics Andoni Iraola Liverpool F.C. If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Champions League predictions: Man United held, Villa beaten but rest of English clubs thrive Jon Fisher 3rd November, 2026 New Preferred Team feature enables you to show your Champions League knowledge at bet365 Jon Fisher 3rd November, 2026 Fenerbahce vs Liverpool: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Jon Fisher 3rd November, 2026 The Monday Book Club: Manchester United cut to lowest ever price to suffer relegation while Arsenal and Rice enhance their claims for glory Jon Fisher 2nd November, 2026 Rice hails Arsenals undefeated togetherness as Liverpool fume over penalty claims Nicholas McGee 1st November, 2026 Liverpool 0-1 Arsenal: Havertz strike sees Gunners end 14-year wait for Anfield win Nicholas McGee 1st November, 2026