Burnley 0-2 Liverpool PL Man of the Match

Young Star Jarell Quansah Matchday 19 saw the reds travel to Turf Moor, where Liverpool's former rival, Vinny Kompany, is now in charge of struggling Burnley. The want to move to the top of the table would have been further motivated by the need to overcome someone that once levelled Mohamed Salah, before celebrating that...

Player Ratings: Burnley 0 – 2 Liverpool

Match Overview and Ratings Matchday 19 saw the Reds travel to Turf Moor, where Manchester City legend, Vincent Kompany, is now head coach of Burnley. While many players were surely saving their Christmas indulgences until after this game, the supporters in attendance and watching from various venues continued to enjoy the festive season and early...

Post Match Raw: BOXING CLEVER

On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Karl Matchett and Guy Drinkel reflect on a win over Burnley which saw the Reds go top of the league. As ever, the performances are assessed and the key moments analysed, with particular discussion on the following topics: the form and development of Endo; the ongoing frustration with...

Reds’ Dominant Stats in Victory over Burnley

Statistical Analysis by Anfield Index Dominating Possession: Liverpool's Tactical Supremacy In the beautiful game, possession is nine-tenths of the law. Liverpool's recent performance against Burnley, as showcased by Futmob's detailed data, highlights a stark dominance in ball control. With a commanding 69% possession, the Reds' strategy of retaining the ball reflects a philosophy ingrained within the...

Lessons Learned As Liverpool Triumph Over Burnley

Liverpool's Boxing Day Victory: Analysis and Highlights How are we? Goodness, they do not quite make it hard for both them and us, these reds, eh? Despite Burnley's, the referees' best efforts, Liverpool eventually came away with all three points from Turf Moor to sit top of the table on Boxing Day. There was a...

Nunez and Jota Propel Liverpool to Summit

Liverpool's Commanding Win over Burnley In an evening that solidified their position at the pinnacle of the Premier League, Liverpool clinched a decisive 2-0 triumph over Burnley. The match, a testament to their ambition, saw Darwin Nunez deliver a spectacular long-range goal, marking a first-half dominance that nearly saw Cody Gakpo increase the lead, only...

Paul Joyce: Liverpool’s Midfield Crisis Looms

Liverpool’s Tactical Puzzle: Adapting to Endo and Salah’s Absence As Liverpool gears up for a challenging phase, manager Jürgen Klopp confronts a pivotal tactical situation. The departure of Mohamed Salah for the Africa Cup of Nations and Wataru Endo for the Asian Cup leaves a void in the team’s structure. This scenario, as highlighted in...

Burnley: “Adapting and Evolving in the Premier League”

Navigating the Highs and Lows: Burnley's Premier League Odyssey In the ever-evolving landscape of English football, few stories capture the spirit of transformation and challenge quite like Burnley's recent journey. From the highs of championship success to the stark realities of Premier League life, Burnley's tale is one of ambition, change, and resilience. We delve...

Burnley v Liverpool – The Premier League Preview

Boxing Day Challenge For this Boxing Day encounter, 2nd placed Liverpool will travel to Turf Moor, where Vincent Kompany and his survival chasing Burnley awaits. Match day nineteen represents the official half way point of the 2023/24 Premier League season, with both sides fighting for valuable points, though for very different reasons. As the Anfield...

Paul Joyce: Liverpool’s Injury Dilemma Deepens

Liverpool’s Injury Woes: A Closer Look Liverpool’s current injury crisis, especially in their defensive line, is a topic of serious concern, as highlighted in Paul Joyce’s article in The Times. Jürgen Klopp’s recent comments about Joe Gomez being wrapped in “cotton wool” underscore the depth of the challenge facing Liverpool. Gomez’s Crucial Role Amidst Injury Crisis Joe...

Burnley vs Liverpool: Live TV Viewing Guide

Premier League Showdown: Burnley vs Liverpool in Tonight's Crucial Encounter Liverpool Eye Top Spot in Premier League with Burnley Challenge Liverpool stands on the brink of climbing to the summit of the Premier League. The key to their ascent? Securing a result against Burnley in tonight's match. The stakes are high in this Boxing Day fixture...

POST CONFERENCE XMAS SPECIAL: Burnley

Dave Davis previews Jurgen Klopp’s unique pre Burnley presser and covers: - Q&A’s and Gomez in Cotton Wool - Arsenal Clues - Forwards Struggling and Rejigged Line-up - Score and Scorer Prediction

Liverpool 1 – 1 Arsenal – The Postmortem 

Reds Held At Anfield This was an opportunity missed for Liverpool, a mere week after that disappointing draw against Manchester United. With four points now dropped in the space of a week, Christmas Day proceeds with the reds one point off top spot, instead of being four points clear of the chasing pack. Ultimately, every...

Daniel Agger: ‘I would have loved to play for Klopp’

Daniel Agger: Reflecting on Liverpool, Life, and Leadership Agger’s Enduring Affection for Liverpool “Pearce Interviews Agger: Anfield Hero’s Untold Story” - This sentiment aptly encapsulates James Pearce’s interview with Daniel Agger in The Athletic. Agger’s stroll along Anfield Road, accompanied by his son, isn’t just a walk; it’s a journey through the memories of a club...

Journalist: Man United Target Former Liverpool Sporting Director

Julian Ward: A Surprise Contender for United's Top Job In a twist that's got the football world talking on Christmas Day, Julian Ward, the former Liverpool sporting director, is now being considered for a similar role at Manchester United. This intriguing development, originally reported by Jason Burt in The Telegraph, raises eyebrows and questions in...

How Liverpool Can Replace Mohamed Salah During AFCON

Salah’s Void to Fill Time is now rapidly approaching for Liverpool and Mohamed Salah to say goodbye. Not permanently, that will hopefully come years into the future. But for a little while at least, Salah and Liverpool must part ways. Salah is expected to join the Egypt squad ahead of the African Cup of Nations after...

Rival Recon: Burnley v Liverpool 23/24

On this edition of Rival Recon Hari is joined by Natalie Bromley of the No Nay Never Podcast to preview the boxing day game against Burnley at Turf Moor. They discuss the game in great detail as Vincent Kompany tries to steer the Clarets away from the relegation zone.

Klopp Reflects on Tsimikas Injury and Controversial Penalty

A Difficult Moment for Liverpool: Tsimikas' Injury Woe In a recent development that has implications for Liverpool's defensive strategies, manager Jürgen Klopp has confirmed the unfortunate news of Kostas Tsimikas' severe injury. The Greek defender is set to be absent for an extended period following a collarbone injury sustained during a tense 1-1 encounter with...

AI PRO Plus: Big Decisions – Burnley Ahead

Dave Davis looks at the big decisions facing Jurgen Klopp after Arsenal including - PGMOL chat - ⁠Forward Concerns and Defensive Praise - ⁠Who Has To Start v Burnley - ⁠Jurgen’s Transfer Window short medium and long term

Lessons Learned: Title Contenders Battle it Out For a Point

Reds' Resilience Tested Another big team visits Anfield and comes away with a point in the same week. This was a better point than against United, but truth be told, you still had that 'what if' feeling after Trent’s miss in the second half. Jurgen Klopp got the atmosphere that he wanted, and there were...

Man of the Match: Liverpool 1 – 1 Arsenal

Ibrahima Konaté: Anfield's Colossus Dominating Defence Sometimes I like to write a few words relating to various moments in the respective game, without even mentioning today's man of the match I have selected for that contest. This piece, however, will immediately recognise what a powerful and dominant display was delivered this evening by the giant Frenchman,...

Hendrick on Gravenberch: ‘Every single part of it was horrendous’

Liverpool vs Arsenal: Perspective from Anfield Index Premier League Rivalries: Game of Tactical Nuance Liverpool's recent 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League was a testament to football's strategic complexities. This intriguing clash was dissected in detail by Dave Hendrick and Jim Boardman, with Guy Drinkel hosting, in the Anfield Index's "Post-Match RAW" podcast. Liverpool's Strategy:...

Post Match Raw: AN EXPENSIVE TURKEY

Guy is in the hosting seat and is joined by regulars Dave Hendrick & Jim Boardman to discuss the draw with Arsenal at Anfield. They discuss the game in usual detail as Klopp's men put on an impressive performance for long stretches of the game, but a slow start and the final ball/finish missing...

Stalemate at Anfield as Liverpool Draw With Arsenal

Liverpool vs. Arsenal: A Premier League Showdown Premier League Powerhouses Collide In a Premier League spectacle that lived up to its billing, Arsenal sustained their position at the summit following a pulsating stalemate with Liverpool at the historic Anfield ground. A victory for either side was poised to confer the coveted Christmas top spot, yet they...

Player Ratings: Liverpool Held by Arsenal in Pulsating Clash

Liverpool Held in Top of Table Battle Matchday 18 saw the Reds start the day 3rd in the Premier League, with a chance to leapfrog both the Gunners and Aston Villa, who drew 1-1 with Sheffield United on Friday evening. The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below, from a very entertaining game of Christmas football...

Liverpool Lose Salah as Egypt Call Him Early

Liverpool Faces Crucial Stretch Without Key Man Salah Liverpool is bracing for a significant challenge as Mohamed Salah, the club's talisman and premier goal scorer, is set to depart for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) duty with Egypt. This departure is a substantial blow for the Reds as they navigate through a crucial period...

Jan Molby: “Takes a Brave Manager to Not Play Nunez”

Premier League Perspectives On the latest Molby On The Spot, Trev Downey and Jan Molby look back at recent Reds outings and ahead to the Arsenal game. As ever, a range of topics are discussed, including: the things to take from the draw with the Mancs; the boring media narratives; Keane vs VVD - a load...

Klopp: “Uefa, and other FA’s can’t just do what they want now”

Klopp's Stand: Navigating Super League Turbulence In a recent unfolding within football's ever-evolving landscape, Liverpool's seasoned manager has articulated his nuanced stance on the contentious Super League saga. Despite his inherent opposition to the breakaway league, he expressed a guarded appreciation for the recent European Court of Justice's (ECJ) ruling. The verdict deemed UEFA and...

Hendrick: “Arsenal Have Regularly Bottled Trips to Anfield”

Top of Table Clash As the floodlights come on and Anfield roars to life, Liverpool is set to host Arsenal in what promises to be more than just a match; it's a statement of intent from both teams aiming for the top of the table. With Arsenal's noted history of faltering at Anfield and Liverpool's...

Bocsak: “Reds Scoring Five Has Been Brewing”

Dave Davis is joined by Ben Bocsak to discuss: - The West Ham Game and Thoughts - Nunez On The Left and Harvey’s Star Performances and Stats - ⁠Return to Form of Szoboszlai and Endo Praise - ⁠Massive Arsenal Game and Key Stats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nYSNil_s34 Introduction: Football's Unpredictable Charm In the realm of football, unpredictability is a constant companion. A recent discussion...