Liverpool 3 - 1 - EFL Cup 3rd Round Player Ratings
Liverpool 3 - 1 - EFL Cup 3rd Round Player Ratings
The reds enter the English Football League Cup at the 3rd round stage, as Leicester arrive to try and cause an upset. With both sides excelling in their respective divisions, this was always going to be a game that could swing in either direction. Below is the team that Jürgen Klopp opted for, which saw some substantial rotation from Liverpool’s weekend win against West Ham.
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Discover Lijnders' Carabao Cup Strategy
The Tactical Maestro Behind Liverpool's Success
In the world of football, where the spotlight often shines on the players and the head coach, it's easy to overlook the tactical geniuses working behind the scenes. Enter Pep Lijnders, Liverpool's assistant manager and the unsung hero of their Carabao Cup journey.
Pep Lijnders, with his meticulous attention to detail and profound understanding of the game, has been instrumental in shaping Liverpool's tactical approach. "We focus on ourselves, we want to be dominant, …
Dave Hendrick: “Virgil must do better”
On today's episode Dave reflects on the win over West Ham as the Reds beat David Moyes' West Ham in a mixed game at Anfield, as the midfield shined, but still some defensive concerns with Bowen's goal and some other clear cut chances for the English winger, and also Antonio.
Reds slow start again
Comeback kings
Midfield quality
Nunez’ goal
Mac Allister’s quality assist
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Liverpool’s Edge: How Alisson Outperforms Premier League Rivals
Liverpool's face-off with West Ham United at the hallowed grounds of Anfield was yet another testament to the heroics of one man - Alisson Becker. A man with the dexterity of a cat and the composure of a zen master.
The Anfield Saviour
In a game where stakes are always high, it was Becker's elastic reflexes that came to Liverpool's rescue. Picture the scene: Tomáš Souček of West Ham, with a sniper's focus, taking his shot. And then, emerging from …
Liverpool v Leicester - The EFL Cup 3rd Round Preview
Liverpool v Leicester - The EFL Cup 3rd Round Preview
After a successful weekend for Liverpool FC and a 3-1 win against West Ham, attentions now turn to the EFL Cup, where a 3rd round tie has pitted the reds against high flying Championship side, Leicester City. The Foxes saw off both Burton and Tranmere (both 0-2) on their travels, as they completed the first two rounds of the cup without much trouble. Jürgen Klopp brings his side into the …
Matchett: "Liverpool's New Midfield Has Restored Control"
On today's episode Guy is in the hosting chair and is joined by Jim Boardman and Karl Matchett to discuss Liverpool's 3-1 win over West Ham at Anfield. The trio discuss the game in usual detail as the reds looked to keep up this seasons new superstition of startling sloppily, but Alisson stood tall, before Liverpool grew into the game and went ahead with an emphatic Mo Salah penalty. West Ham did equalise with a nice Bowen diving header, which …
Gomez and LFC: Positive Starts Hoping to Continue
Season Overview
We talked at the start of the month about how the hope was Joe Gomez would become clear third-choice by the end of the season. The England international has struggled through a difficult few years at Anfield for one reason or another, but the green shoots of recovery continue to blossom. As Liverpools resurgence continues so does that of the former Charlton man. The two feel almost intrinsically linked and whilst it’s been a great start to the …
Reds Gear Up for EFL Cup Clash Against High-Flying Foxes
Liverpool's EFL Cup Journey Begins
In a week brimming with football action, Liverpool is set to commence their EFL Cup journey, facing Leicester City, a team making waves in the Championship. This clash comes swiftly on the heels of Liverpool’s triumphant victories over LASK and West Ham, marking their third fixture in a week.
A Packed Fixture List
The 2023/24 season is barely a month old, and the fixture list is already bustling with action. Liverpool, having showcased their mettle …
Postmortem: How the Reds Dominated Despite Slow Start
Liverpool 3 - 1 West Ham - The Postmortem
This was the first fixture back after the reds travelled to Austria, where they overcame an industrious LASK side (1-3), to secure a solid win in their opening Europa League group stage game. That match-up saw Jürgen Klopp make eleven changes from the team which overcame Wolves the weekend prior, therefore, it raised many questions over the starting line-up he would pick for the visit of West Ham. The Hammers arrived …
Jurgen Klopp's new 'Liverpool 2.0' midfield continues to flourish
Liverpool recorded their sixth successive victory in all competitions, with a 3-1 victory over West Ham United on Sunday.
Goals from Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota were enough to secure the three points for the Reds, to leave them just two points behind league leaders Manchester City.
Salah converted a penalty in the 16th minute, before potential Liverpool transfer target Jarrod Bowen levelled the score later in the first half.
The Reds took control of the game in …