Liverpool FC Analysis

The Elusive Guarantee of Trophies There are so many factors that come into play when building a successful football team that it is impossible to determine which is the most important. How vital they are or not, nothing can definitively guarantee trophies. The obvious place to start is with transfer spending, which unquestionably correlates with success....

Liverpool's Stance on Curtis Jones's Red Card Controversy In the wake of the contentious decision during the Tottenham Hotspur clash that saw Curtis Jones receive a red card, Liverpool have openly contested the judgement and the subsequent three-match ban imposed on the midfielder. This incident has stirred discussions about VAR's influence and the FA's disciplinary...

Who Should Start in Midfield Against Everton? The last Premier League fixture saw Liverpool’s first true selection dilemma of the season, which brought varied opinions from across the fanbase. It was not the Darwin, Cody, or Diogo, central striker conundrum, even though this still stands for many supporters. No, the first real dilemma was how...

Klopp's Relief Meets Recurring Scheduling Frustration In a recent article by Gregg Evans for The Athletic, the scene was set with Jurgen Klopp's evident relief following Liverpool's victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The win marked a significant moment, breaking a spell of unwelcome outcomes in the 12:30 pm kick-offs. Evans vividly describes the scene: "Klopp punched the...

Reds’ Right-Back Biggest Hole? I have just endured the England v Australia friendly at Wembley Stadium (finishing 1-0), which was as uninspiring a game of football as I expected it to be. International football, for me at least, is part of the game that I struggle to fully invest in, especially away from either the...

The Uphill Task for Tsimikas in Robertson's Shoes With Andy Robertson’s unexpected shoulder injury throwing a cog in the seemingly unassailable Liverpool defence, the team finds themselves in a peculiar position of navigating the waters without one of their stalwart defenders. Andy Jones from The Athletic astutely delineates, "The 27-year-old has proven to be...

Liverpool's Evolution in Pressing: A Comparative Analysis of Oct 2023 vs Jan 2023 Football has always been a game of evolving strategies and tactics. In the contemporary era, data-driven decisions hold the key to unlocking a team's full potential. One such pivotal aspect of modern football is the pressing strategy. The provided image offers a...

Szoboszlai’s Early Days and Rigorous Upbringing In the football-enthusiastic town of Székesfehérvár, a young Dominik Szoboszlai was meticulously shaped under the stern guidance of his father, Zsolt. The latter, a former professional footballer, was not merely a parent but a stringent coach, ensuring that his son was enveloped in a rigorous environment that prioritised football...

Glimpse into Liverpool's Attacking Prowess In a meticulous analysis by Andy Jones of The Athletic, Liverpool’s attack, fondly dubbed the ‘Famous Five’, has been dissected, revealing a blend of skill, precision, and tactical genius. Jones notes, "Having an attack which is the envy of the world is hardly unprecedented at Anfield," recalling the ‘SSS’ and...

Xabi Alonso's Star on the Rise: From Liverpool's Midfield to Leverkusen's Sidelines Those familiar with the rhythm and roar of Anfield between 2004 and 2009 would remember the dynamism of one midfielder – Xabi Alonso. A genius on the ball, the Spaniard wove magic across the pitch, leaving fans with memories that have lasted well...