Reds Need A Change of Tactics Soon
The way this current 2023/24 season is unfolding has me in little doubt that whatever formation initiative is being undertaken (this year), will eventually be replaced by the Reds' illustrious German manager. Whether or not the decision to switch Trent Alexander-Arnold into the hybrid role (late last season)...
Alexander-Arnold's Midfield Ambitions: A Tactical Evolution or a Misstep?
Unveiling Trent's Midfield Mastery
In a recent insightful piece by Henry Winter in The Times, the spotlight is on Trent Alexander-Arnold's evolving role in football. Known for his exceptional skills as a right-back at Liverpool, Alexander-Arnold is now eyeing a more central role in the team. As...
What xG Can’t Tell You
Liverpool’s 3-0 victory over Brentford last weekend was a travesty. Or at least it was if you choose to live and die by expected goals as your means of adjudication, with FBRef deeming it the joint-sixth most unjust result in the 2023/24 Premier League. Still, at least it wasn’t Aston...
Fatigue Index: 1230 Kick-Off Analysis
Simon is joined by Jordan Tyrer to discuss Liverpool's upcoming schedule with the Reds playing at 12:30 numerous times in the coming weeks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP3F0TaXdnA&t=6s
Battling Fatigue: The Impact of 12:30 Kick-offs on Klopp's Rotation Strategy
In the world of football, the scheduling of matches post-international break has long been a topic of debate....
Anfield Index's Under Pressure Podcast - Toulouse and Brentford Analysis from the Original and Best LFC Stats Show
Dan Kennett hosts the sports science duo of Dr Phil Barter and Simon Brundish for the double header of Toulouse and Brentford. The lads discuss:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnrLzN5FCaU
Europa selection, rotation and injuries
What does the half-time triple sub tell...
Anfield Index's Scouted Podcast - Who's in your Premier League Team of The Season so far?
Guy Drinkel and Karl Matchett discuss the Premier League season so far, and then create a Premier League team of the season so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKe9W1XJ7Lk
They go through each position discussing who was up for consideration, and why they decided on...
Liverpool Triumphs Over Brentford Despite Injuries
With a number of injuries, an imbalance and issues aside, it was great to head into the international break with a strongly convincing win over Brentford. The forwards all made different goal contributions for the win whilst the back line led by a starring Virgil Van Dijk ensured Liverpool...
Liverpool's Recent Stumbles: A Close Look at Klopp's Challenges
Liverpool's recent form, particularly in away games, has raised some eyebrows and posed questions about their strategy and readiness for upcoming challenges. Gregg Evans, in his insightful article for The Athletic, provides a comprehensive analysis of Liverpool's performance, focusing on their recent 3-2 defeat against Toulouse...
Late Drama in Liverpool's League Clash
Liverpool’s last league game ended in Late Drama, with both sides scoring in the Final Minutes (plus stoppage time) of the match. Yet it needn’t have turned out that way with some Sharp Finishing.
Reds' Sharp Finishing Secures Point
In the Reds’ 1-1 draw at Luton on Sunday, four of their...
Sturridge's Insightful Analysis on Darwin Nunez's Impact at Liverpool
In a recent appearance on Sky Sports Premier League, Daniel Sturridge, the former Liverpool forward, offered an in-depth analysis of Darwin Nunez's role at Liverpool. Despite Nunez facing criticism for his recent performance against Luton Town, where his missed opportunities were seen as costly, Sturridge highlighted...
