Liverpool FC Analysis

Jones: Curtis Jones’ versatility and skillset make him essential for Liverpool

Curtis Jones: The Skillset That Makes Him Essential for Liverpool Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones continues to be a subject of debate among fans and pundits. Despite showing immense potential, his performances often go underappreciated. The latest episode of LFC Panenka dives deep into why Jones could be crucial under new manager Arne Slot, especially with...

Ryan Gravenberch: Tactical Analysis of Liverpool’s Midfield Game-Changer

Gravenberch's Tactical Value: How He Enhances Liverpool’s Midfield Gravenberch’s Emerging Role in Liverpool's Midfield Ryan Gravenberch has quickly proven himself as a vital asset in Liverpool’s midfield, demonstrating his capacity for adaptability, intelligence, and physical prowess. Recruited as a versatile, box-to-box midfielder, Gravenberch’s impact is apparent through his contribution in both possession and defensive play. His...

Journalist: FIVE Risky Defensive Moves for Arsenal Without Saliba Against Liverpool

Arsenal’s Defensive Conundrum: How Arteta Can Compensate for Saliba’s Absence Against Liverpool William Saliba’s towering presence has become synonymous with stability in Arsenal's backline. Mikel Arteta’s reliance on Saliba, who is indisputably one of the most impactful defenders in the Premier League, has shaped the Gunners' defence into a formidable unit. Yet, when Saliba is...

Tactical Breakdown: How Liverpool’s Defence Stifled Leipzig in Away Win

Liverpool Edge Closer to Champions League Knockout Rounds with Crucial Away Win Another solid performance on the road brought Liverpool one step nearer to securing their place in the last 16 of the Champions League. In a tightly contested match, Liverpool emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over RB Leipzig, collecting three vital points in...

Stat Me Up: Liverpool’s Key Men Power Slot to Historic Start

Liverpool’s Dominance Continues: Nunez, Gravenberch, and Slot's Masterclass Liverpool are flying high in the 2024/25 season, sitting top of the Premier League and riding the wave of a strong start under new manager Arne Slot. In a recent episode of the Stat Me Up podcast on Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Bence Bocsak broke down...

Report: Liverpool’s Young Goalkeeper Signs Pro Contract

Liverpool's Goalkeeper Future: Kornel Misciur Signs First Pro Contract Liverpool's ability to nurture young talent has been pivotal in its long-standing success. The latest player to benefit from the club’s renowned academy system is 17-year-old goalkeeper Kornel Misciur, who has recently signed his first professional contract with the Reds as reported by This Is Anfield....

What’s Gone Wrong for Dominik Szoboszlai at Liverpool?

Szoboszlai's Telling Admission When Dominik Szoboszlai was moved to the no.10 role by Arne Slot in pre-season there were high expectations. Liverpool's no.8 had not yet showcased his exciting potential in a red shirt. Being moved up the field was supposed to herald an avalanche of goals and creativity. But instead Szoboszlai's numbers have remained relatively the...

Kennett: Liverpool pressed Chelsea into errors, Núñez and Szoboszlai were “relentless”

Liverpool's Tactical Masterclass vs Chelsea: A Game of Control and Efficiency Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Chelsea at Anfield was more than just a hard-fought victory. As expertly analysed on the Anfield Index Under Pressure podcast, the match provided a tactical showcase, where the Reds managed the game state to perfection, outclassing a possession-heavy Chelsea side....

Jamie Carragher On “Interesting” Chelsea Tactical Duel

Liverpool vs Chelsea Tactical Breakdown: Carragher’s Insight on Sky Sports In the latest Sky Sports Premier League discussion, Jamie Carragher provided a detailed analysis of the Liverpool vs Chelsea match, focusing on the tactical nuances that influenced the game. The conversation featured critical commentary on how both teams approached the match, specifically examining the role...

How Slot’s Tactical Setup Helped Liverpool Secure Win Over Chelsea at Anfield

Liverpool Edge Chelsea in Tactical Battle at Anfield There are some days when you wish you had prepared a little better for the weather. Yesterday was one of those. With the wind howling through Merseyside, I realised that my trusty thick coat, loaned to my sister in March, had been sold on Vinted. So, there...