Liverpool’s poor run of form has sparked plenty of debate, but a message from a familiar former player has added a surprising twist.
Darwin Núñez posted the word “Resiliencia” on X, along with a photo of him celebrating for Uruguay with his fingers in his ears. It’s a gesture Liverpool fans know well, one he used during his time at Anfield whenever he wanted to block out outside criticism.
The timing was impossible to ignore. His post appeared just hours after Liverpool’s losing streak continued with the defeat to PSV. The ex-Benfica striker has consistently used that word to express defiance.
We saw it last season in the Champions League, when he wrote: “They are not all, they are some. Thank you Reds for your support, we are all still together!” followed again by “Resiliencia,” highlighting his determination to answer his critics.
Earlier in his Liverpool career, he also responded to mocking online clips with that same single word – reflecting his belief that perseverance would pay off.
Those moments serve as reminders of how Núñez dealt with pressure while wearing the No.9 shirt.
Nunez’s message feels like support for Liverpool
Given the timing, it’s hard not to view his post as a subtle show of solidarity with his former teammates.
Liverpool are in their worst run since the 1950s, losing nine of the last twelve games in all competitions. The squad needs every bit of encouragement right now, and Núñez’s message sounded like a rallying call from afar.
Why it resonates
Arne Slot, now in his second season, delivered the Premier League title only months ago, but the team has struggled to regain last year’s momentum. With key departures, tragic events, and major changes in the squad, confidence has naturally been affected.
That’s why Núñez’s message feels timely. His rawness and inconsistency were criticised, but his fighting spirit was never in doubt — something Liverpool could desperately use right now.
Intentional or not, his one-word message arrives at a moment when resilience is exactly what the club needs most
