What happened: De Zerbi apologized for the result against Liverpool and said the squad was frustrated by the outcome. He called the match unfair and said the group has to accept the setback and come back stronger.

Why it matters: The comments frame the loss as part of a broader rough patch rather than a one-off disappointment. They also put the focus on how the squad responds after another result De Zerbi believes swung the wrong way.

What to watch: The next indicator will be whether De Zerbi's group can turn that frustration into a steadier performance in its next match.