Liverpool FC Match Reports

Karl Matchett: “We are easily the best team in the Europa League”

Liverpool's Dominance in the Europa League: A Strategic Analysis In a recent Anfield Index podcast, experts Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett, conversing with host Trev Downey, dissected Liverpool's formidable performance in the Europa League. Their victory not only demonstrated tactical brilliance but also solidified their status as group winners. Dave Hendrick highlighted Liverpool's strategic prowess, saying,...

Liverpool 4 – 0 LASK – Europa League Group Stage Man of the Match

Elliott's Stellar Play Secures Man of the Match Harvey Elliott This was a game littered with entertaining performances and strong endeavours by several Liverpool players. Cody Gakpo was efficiently good, after a very inconsistent start to the 2023/24 campaign. To come away with two well taken goals, will do the Dutch forward the world of good,...

Lessons Learned: Anfield’s Victory Brings Warmth on Cold Night

Liverpool 4-0 LASK: Thrilling Game Warms Up Anfield Those who visited Anfield on Thursday night for this one will probably need until Sunday’s visit of Fulham to fully defrost. A freezing cold night on Merseyside was at least warmed up and made enjoyable for all reds by a game punctuated by attack after attack. Jurgen...

Liverpool 4 – 0 LASK – Player Ratings as the Reds Top the Group

Liverpool 4 - 0 LASK - Europa League Group Stage Ratings The Thursday evening visit of Austrian Bundesliga side, LASK, came after a very important draw against current Premier League champions, Manchester City. Jürgen Klopp went with a strong starting lineup, with a desire to get the game won as clinically as possible. https://twitter.com/anfieldindex/status/1730297241192042962?s=46&t=rxgukmqdoXc4muVFLSx2EQ Starting XI; Caoimhin Kelleher...

Anfield European Night: Reds Dominate LASK 4-0

Liverpool's Masterclass at Anfield: Marching into the Europa League Last 16 Reds' Dominant Display against LASK Under the Anfield lights, Liverpool showcased a performance that echoed the glory of their rich European history. Their 4-0 triumph over Austria's LASK was a statement of intent, demonstrating why they're a force to reckon with in the Europa League....

David Lynch: “Possibly Alisson’s Worst Game But Still Made a Big Contribution”

Analysing Alexander-Arnold's Performance: Liverpool's Point at Man City In a recent discussion between David Lynch and Dave Davis on Media Matters for Anfield Index, the focus was on Liverpool's recent match against Manchester City. Lynch highlighted Liverpool's impressive resilience in securing a point at the Etihad, considering City's remarkable home record. He emphasized, "Manchester City......

Dave Davis: “Trent’s Goal Was Sensational”

An Analysis of Liverpool and Man City's Premier League Showdown: Insights from Dave Davis Liverpool's recent Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium was nothing short of a nail-biter. According to Dave Davis from Anfield Index, Liverpool's ability to secure a point against a formidable Manchester City team, who had a stunning...

Klopp Mediates Tense Exchange Between Guardiola and Nunez

Guardiola and Nunez: A Spirited Exchange Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp found himself in the unlikely role of mediator at the Etihad Stadium, intervening in a heated exchange between Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez. The incident occurred at the conclusion of a gripping 1-1 draw, a game that saw Trent Alexander-Arnold nullify Erling...

Man of the Match: Trent Steps Up When Needed

TAA: Liverpool's Game-Changer The most widely discussed and opinion splitting English player of his generation, is undoubtedly Trent Alexander Arnold. Those Anfield followers that can look beyond the dogmatic responsibilities of some very ordinary and limited right-backs, are able to appreciate what Liverpool’s fabled number 66 can routinely offer his teammates. From the early days...

Player Ratings: Manchester City 1 – 1 Liverpool

Match Overview Match day thirteen began for the Reds, after the last international break until the Spring. This contest stands as the Premier League’s standout and most vital match, which can go a long way to determining who will win the league in May. Key Player Performances Alisson Becker - 6.0 Straight into the side, despite his mass...