Liverpool FC Analysis

How Liverpool’s Pass Network Failed in Defeat to Nottingham Forest

Liverpool's Attacking Waves and Passing Dissected: Nottingham Forest Match Statistical Analysis In the latest episode of the Under Pressure podcast from Anfield Index, the contributors delved into Liverpool’s 0-1 loss to Nottingham Forest, providing a detailed match analysis from both tactical and statistical perspectives. This article will explore Liverpool’s and Nottingham Forest’s game plan, match...

Sports Scientists Unpack Liverpool’s Loss To Forest – International Fatigue Breakdown

Tactical Periodisation and Fatigue: Sports Science at Liverpool FC Explained The latest episode of the Under Pressure podcast from Anfield Index offers an in-depth examination of Liverpool’s performance, with key insights from Simon Brundish and Dr. Phil Barter. In this first part, they delve into the impact of international travel on player fatigue, tactical periodisation,...

Liverpool’s Possession Woes: Nottingham Forest Expose Key Tactical Flaws

Liverpool Loss To Nottingham Forest: Battle of Possession and Patience Saturday afternoon at Anfield was not what Liverpool fans had in mind. What seemed destined to be a routine victory ended in unexpected frustration, as Nottingham Forest snatched a shock 1-0 win. A match that appeared straightforward on paper left everyone wondering what went wrong. The...

Tactics Video: Unpacking Slot’s First Defeat – Liverpool 0-1 Nottingham Forest

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: A Game Review Highlighting Strengths and Weaknesses The defeat at home to Nottingham Forest was not what Liverpool fans expected, especially after the strong start to the season. However, this loss doesn't mean it's time to panic. The Panenka LFC channel dissected the game in depth, discussing both the positive aspects...

Tactical Masterclass: How Liverpool Overpowered Manchester United

Manchester United 0-3 Liverpool: Tactical and Statistical Analysis Liverpool's Premier League clash with Manchester United on Sunday offered a fascinating glimpse into the tactical nuances employed by both sides. Taking inspiration from a brilliant Twitter thread by Jimi (@borbely_imre), this analysis delves into the intricate details of how Liverpool outmanoeuvred their rivals. In a match...

Dominance Redefined: Liverpool’s New Midfield Trio of Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Gravenberch

Liverpool’s New Midfield Trio: A Deep Dive into Roles, Control, and Performance Liverpool's midfield has undergone a significant transformation this season, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch forming a dynamic trio that combines control, threat, and athleticism. After three games, the Under Pressure podcast on Anfield Index provided an in-depth analysis of...

Ten Hag’s Three Years vs. Slot’s Three Games: Under Pressure Statistical Analysis

Ten Hag's Three Years vs. Slot's Three Games: A Comparative Analysis The football world thrives on comparisons, and nowhere is this more evident than in the Premier League, where every match is dissected down to the smallest detail. A recent focal point of discussion has been the contrasting trajectories of Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag...

Under Pressure Statistical Analysis: How Liverpool’s Tactical Shift Dominated Man United

Dominance at Old Trafford: How Liverpool Overpowered Manchester United with Tactical Brilliance The recent 3-0 victory of Liverpool over Manchester United at Old Trafford has been hailed as a masterclass in tactical execution. In a performance that highlighted the tactical acumen of Arne Slot and his coaching staff, Liverpool not only dominated the game but...

Brundish Unpacks Liverpool’s Fixture Chaos: Prioritising Key Matches

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...

Liverpool’s Summer Transfers – Enough To Compete For Title?

Liverpool's Summer Transfer Window: Progress or Missed Opportunity? As the dust settles on Liverpool’s summer transfer window, it's time to examine the impact of the moves made under the stewardship of Richard Hughes, the club's new sporting director. With anticipation running high and specific areas of concern within the squad, this window was expected to...