Quansah's Impact in Europa League
I do not believe it would be overstating the fact to say that this wonderful young footballer, Jarell Quansah, has been the Reds' player of the Europa League Group stage. The initial stages of this competition were only ever possible due to the failure of his teammates (past and present)...
Reds’ Old Rubber
It wasn’t even in the home sides actual stadium and in the grand context of Liverpool’s season it mattered not a jot. There were no late heroics and in fact there was pretty much nothing from the final group game in Belgium. Kelleher even came up in the end as we tried...
A Night of Mixed Fortunes in Belgium
In a night that saw Liverpool's young guns tested, the Europa League group stage concluded with an unexpected twist. Union Saint-Gilloise, the Belgian underdogs, handed the already-qualified Reds a rare setback in their European campaign. This match, pivotal in the context of European football, served as a stark...
Manchester United’s Injury Woes Deepen in Champions League Defeat
Manchester United faced a significant setback in their recent Champions League encounter against Bayern Munich. The Red Devils, already navigating a challenging season, suffered the loss of key defenders Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw in a match that ended in a 1-0 defeat at Old Trafford.
The...
Union Saint-Gilloise v Liverpool - The Europa League Group Stage Preview
For the final game of the Europa League opening stages, the reds travel to Belgium with their position as group E winners already confirmed. A successful campaign (so far) and subsequent dead rubber tie comes at the perfect moment for the ambitious Anfield club,...
Liverpool's Triumph at Crystal Palace
In the latest episode of Anfield Index's Media Matters, David Lynch and Dave Davis dissect Liverpool's challenging but ultimately successful game against Crystal Palace. The in-depth analysis covers team performance, individual contributions, and the pivotal role of young Harvey Elliott.
Liverpool's Resilience Tested
Both Lynch and Davis highlight Liverpool's resilience, despite struggling...
Liverpool's Gritty Performance Secures Top League Position
It may not have been the performance that Liverpool supporters had been hoping for, but the Reds moved to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Jurgen Klopp's side now has just one defeat in their last 27 Premier League matches,...
Frustrating Watch for Reds
This was a painful game to watch, which was very predictable, given the dreaded 12.30 lunchtime kick off and hectic ongoing fixture schedule. Make no mistake, all that matters at this stage is winning results, with performances often sporadic against uninspired teams and opposition managers. With constant rotation and asset fatigue...
Klopp's Tactical Masterclass: Liverpool's Substitutes Propel Them to League Summit
Jurgen Klopp's management style has become synonymous with intelligent game-changes, particularly through the use of substitutes. This season, Liverpool's rise to the top of the Premier League has been significantly influenced by Klopp's strategic substitutions, as highlighted by Gregg Evans in The Athletic. His insights...
Statistical Analysis by Anfield Index: Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Clash
Dominance in Possession
In a match that epitomised Liverpool's tactical ethos, the Reds enjoyed an overwhelming 76% control of the ball against Crystal Palace, as per Futmob's detailed stats. This possession statistic not only reflects Liverpool's dominance in controlling the game's tempo but also underscores their...
