This will seem almost hypocritical by nature, but read the article fully to understand just how these two are. As Liverpool continues their quest to rise to the top of the Premier League, two voices seem to constantly seek attention from Reds supporters—Roy Keane and Gary Neville. Let’s be blunt: they’re offering little of value when it comes to Liverpool analysis. The time has come for Liverpool fans to stop wasting oxygen on the opinions of these pundits.

Keane’s Critique of Trent Alexander-Arnold

Roy Keane has been relentless in his criticism of Trent Alexander-Arnold. Following England’s 2-1 defeat to Greece, Keane had this to say: “If you saw him the other night defending, it looked like he’d never played right-back before!” Let’s unpack that for a moment. It’s easy to target Trent, especially when he’s played in experimental positions or had games where the whole team underperformed.

But let’s not ignore the fact that Trent has been nothing short of stellar this season. In his role as Liverpool’s right-back, Alexander-Arnold’s creativity and ability to switch from defence to attack are unparalleled. In a match against Chelsea earlier this season, he was superb defensively, completing 94% of his passes and winning 67% of his defensive duels, showing that he’s more than capable of stepping up against elite teams. There’s a reason why Sancho came off and Neto switched wings.

Neville’s Take on Salah and Liverpool’s Title Hopes

Gary Neville, another frequent critic, turned his attention to Mohamed Salah during a recent match. In a baffling piece of commentary, Neville claimed that Salah had dived: “Why hasn’t Salah been booked? He’s thrown himself to the floor.” Anyone watching could see that Salah was clearly fouled (twice in fact), but Neville, in his usual style, couldn’t resist stirring the pot. Interestingly, Neville stayed silent initially when Reece James went down theatrically in the 24th minute during a one-on-one with Jota. The remark of “it’s a soft one” was laughable.

To finish the full repertoire, Neville’s refusal to consider Liverpool as title contenders was telling. He said: “Would they win the title? I don’t think so. What Liverpool are doing defensively at the moment is interesting, interesting. But I’d like to assess it at Christmas. I still think they’re short.” To be fair, Neville could be right. Liverpool might fall short of winning the Premier League this season, but honestly, who cares?

Neville and Keane: Simply Irrelevant

What’s becoming increasingly clear is that both Keane and Neville are irrelevant when it comes to discussing Liverpool’s present and future. Keane, always quick to throw shade at Trent for his defending, seems stuck in a mindset where full-backs can’t also be creative outlets. Trent’s role in Liverpool is so much more than simply defending. He’s orchestrating attacks, dictating play, and still putting in strong defensive numbers.

And Neville? He picks and chooses when to criticise Liverpool players like Salah while watching him be repeatedly fouled, then ignoring antics from opposing players like Reece James. His take on Liverpool’s title chances was not only dismissive but also premature. With the depth of talent and experience in the squad, this team has every chance of being in the conversation for the title by the time Christmas rolls around. He might be right, but he’s simply irrelevant.

Stop Listening to Nonsense

Liverpool fans should stop letting these pundits wind them up. Keane and Neville’s comments are designed to stir controversy, not offer reasoned analysis. Whether it’s unfair criticism of Trent’s defensive abilities or downplaying Liverpool’s chances in the title race, their opinions simply don’t matter. Liverpool is on a journey that neither Keane nor Neville truly understands, and the club’s future is brighter than either would ever admit.

So, let’s move on from their jibes and focus on what truly matters: supporting our club, appreciating our players, and silencing the noise. Ask yourself honestly: when was the last time they said something you thought, “That’s a great point?” We all know the answer. Time to cut the oxygen supply.