In their debut game under new manager Arne Slot, Liverpool lost.

After taking over for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield on a three-year contract from Feyenoord, the Dutchman began his official head coaching career on June 1.

Last week marked the official start of the new era at Anfield as Slot and his backroom team put a number of players through their paces following their vacations.

And on Friday, the AXA Training Centre saw Liverpool play Championship team Preston in a behind-closed doors preseason friendly, further stepping up preparations for the upcoming campaign.

Robbie Brady’s long-range shot proved to be the game’s lone goal as the Reds lost 1-0.

Liverpool suffered defeat on Friday in their first match under new manager Arne Slot

The Lilywhites won with one goal separating the two teams at AXA Training Centre

In the second half, Slot laid out the substitutions, sending most of the young players onto the field.

Both teams will have prioritized match fitness, with the Lilywhites scheduled to open the season on August 9 against Sheffield United.

As part of their tour of the United States, Liverpool will play Real Betis on July 27 in their first televised preseason encounter.

During the tour, the Reds will also play Manchester United and Arsenal, two Premier League rivals. 

Harvey Elliott (centre) was among those who featured in the opening 45 minutes 

In the second half, Slot laid out the substitutions, sending most of the young players onto the field.

Both teams will have prioritized match fitness, with the Lilywhites scheduled to open the season on August 9 against Sheffield United.

As part of their tour of the United States, Liverpool will play Real Betis on July 27 in their first televised preseason encounter.

During the tour, the Reds will also play Manchester United and Arsenal, two Premier League rivals.