Tracking Liverpool's International Stars in September
September brings a bustling schedule for Liverpool's international players, as they span the globe for crucial fixtures. With UEFA Nations League clashes and World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, fans will have plenty to keep an eye on. Here’s where you can catch the Reds in action, courtesy of...
International Break: Hopes and Prayers for Liverpool
Christ, I despise them. The international break—a time when the world's top footballers depart to represent their countries, leaving club managers like Arne Slot holding their breath. With most of Liverpool's stars away, it’s a tense period for the club. While the majority of the squad is off...
Liverpool’s Bright Start Under Arne Slot: A Comprehensive Analysis
Liverpool's season is off to a flying start, with Arne Slot leading the charge. The new manager has delivered a perfect record, a feat not seen since George Kay's days in 1936. As Dave Davis pointed out in the recent Anfield Index podcast, this start is...
The Reasons Behind Arne Slot's Early Success at Liverpool
Arne Slot's arrival at Liverpool has sparked a wave of optimism at Anfield, with the team's early performances under his stewardship drawing comparisons to some of the best moments of the Jurgen Klopp era. While it's still early days, the clarity of Slot's philosophy and the...
Navigating Fixture Congestion: Liverpool’s Strategic Selection Challenge
Optimising Liverpool’s Selection Amidst Fixture Congestion
As Liverpool fans, we’re all too familiar with the relentless grind of the modern football calendar. But this season? It’s something else entirely. With fixture congestion that could bring a machine to its knees, international breaks that chew up our best players, and...
Ryan Gravenberch: Liverpool's Emerging Midfield Maestro
Liverpool’s midfield has long been a topic of intense discussion, especially with the recent arrival of Ryan Gravenberch. At the start of the season, many questioned where Gravenberch would fit into Arne Slot's already packed midfield. Fast forward a few games, and the 21-year-old Dutchman has not only found...
David Ornstein's Enthusiastic Endorsement of Richard Hughes: Briefing or Genuine Praise?
In the scrutinised realm of football, the media's depiction of key figures can significantly influence public perception. David Ornstein, a well-regarded football journalist, has repeatedly praised Liverpool's new sporting director, Richard Hughes, sparking debate over the sincerity of his commendations versus a potential strategic...
Liverpool vs Chelsea: October Fixture Rescheduled
Liverpool’s strong start to the season under Arne Slot has garnered significant attention, and now the Premier League fixture list has been adjusted to accommodate a key match. The much-anticipated clash against Chelsea at Anfield has been rescheduled, with the game now set for Sunday, October 20, at 4:30...
Liverpool's Seamless Transition Under Arne Slot: A New Era Begins
The departure of a legendary manager can often leave a void that's difficult to fill. When long-serving managers like Arsène Wenger and Sir Alex Ferguson left their respective clubs, the subsequent struggles highlighted the challenges of such transitions. Liverpool, however, seems to have struck gold...
Liverpool's August Surge: 4 Key Takeaways
Liverpool's start to the 2024/25 season has been nothing short of electrifying. With Arne Slot at the helm, the Reds have managed to win all three of their Premier League fixtures, showcasing a blend of tactical finesse and individual brilliance. Despite a relatively quiet summer transfer window, Liverpool have...
