Liverpool Fans: From Doubters to Winners

It’s always different than how you imagined it. Because imagination can’t possibly predict every emotion. The almost-overwhelming nerves in the build-up, the way your eyes close when the first rendition of You’ll Never Walk Alone resounds throughout the Wanda Metropolitano, the sensation of suddenly being eight feet in the air when the ref blows...

How Virgil van Dijk Justified £75m Liverpool Transfer

Eighteen months ago, Liverpool made the unpopular decision of making the former Southampton defender one of the most expensive transfers ever, as reported by Skysports. It was logical that what followed was huge media coverage of the Dutchman’s performance. A year and a half later, £75m has never been so cheap. Since he joined the...

Xabi Alonso believes Fabinho is crucial to Reds’ midfield

Former Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso believes Fabinho is a vital cog in midfield for Jurgen Klopp's current Red machine. Alonso, who tasted Champions League glory with Liverpool in Istanbul in 2005, says that Fabinho's role in the current Liverpool team is not too unlike his own under Rafa Benitez over a decade ago. The former Real...

Liverpool FC: From 4-1 Humiliation To Champions Of Europe

Define ignominious: Liverpool's 4-1 defeat away to Tottenham in October 2017. That dank autumn afternoon was Jurgen Klopp's nadir as Reds manager, at a time when the first few doubts were creeping on about this most charismatic of men. While he wasn't under the kind of pressure many managers find themselves under at low points, frustration...

Liverpool’s owners trying to get Klopp to sign new deal after Champions League triumph

Liverpool are discussing with Jurgen Klopp the opportunity to extend the German manager contract after he successfully secured the club's sixth Champions League in their history. There were up to 750,000 fans to welcome players and manager on Sunday after Liverpool defeated 2-0 Spurs in Madrid and landed the European Cup. Jurgen Klopp's deal is...

Pep Lijnders insists this Liverpool team is only just getting started

Liverpool assistant manager Pep Lijnders says that this group of players will continue to push for further honours both domestically and in Europe under Jurgen Klopp. The Reds battled their way to a historic 2-0 victory over Spurs in Madrid on Saturday night to claim their sixth European Cup title and their first since Istanbul...

Liverpool transfer news: What now for Daniel Sturridge?

Merely a day or two after Liverpool tasted the sweet nectar of victory in Madrid, it was time to bring an end to the stop start Anfield career of injury prone striker Daniel Sturridge. The experienced England international was sat on the bench as the Reds collected their sixth European Cup/Champions League trophy and to...

Klopp Enters The Pantheon Of Liverpool Greats

What a night. Liverpool are the Champions of Europe for the 6th time, following a hard-fought, stoically defensive 2-0 win over Spurs. This is a night that will go down in the history of the club, and a night that finally breaks Jürgen Klopp’s duck as Liverpool manager, winning his first trophy for the...

Should Liverpool Be Premier League Favourites Following Champions League Success?

Jurgen Klopp has finally broken his trophy hoodoo at Liverpool, and the sky is now the limit. The Champions League final success over Tottenham Hotspur in June could have a lasting effect on the team that could see the club achieve continued success. Bookmakers such as Betway were keen to cut the price on the...

Player Ratings for the Six Time European Cup Winning Reds

Told Gags I'd do the ratings regardless of the result, but come on, thank fuck we won. Just back from the parade myself. Did you make it? Not a big surprise if you did, given there were 750,000 fans of the Reds knocking about. Oh, apologies. 750,000 fans of the SIX TIME EUROPEAN CUP...

Spurs 4-1 Liverpool – a ­Perfect Storm that won’t be Repeated

A lot of fear around the match at the weekend seems to stem from it being a final and anything can happen. Spurs are a dangerous team with many players who can beat you with a moment of magic if you allow them space and time. Kane, Lucas, Son, Alli even Eriksen - they...

Liverpool’s Biggest Night Since Istanbul

What stage of your life were you at on May 25th, 2005, when Liverpool enjoyed the most famous night in their great history? On a personal note, I was on the verge of taking my A-Levels, and can confirm that the following day was not spent in exam mode, but instead spent suffering from the...

Liverpool Player Ratings: End of Season Edition – Part Two

Here we go again, back for part two as I conclude my player ratings for Liverpool's season. You can find part one here, whilst Anfield Index Pro subscribers can find Adam, Tom and I guided by the lovely Kay as we join together for a Rate, Don't Hate, end of season special two-parter. Virgil van...

Are Liverpool in danger of too much squad turnover in the summer?

Liverpool head into the Premier League offseason with two paths in front of them. The Reds can either make significant additions to the squad to once again contend for the league title next term or a number of players could depart leaving the squad thin. Liverpool will play Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League...

Madrid Can Be Mane’s Defining Moment

The legendary 4-0 win over Barcelona will be remembered for so many reasons by Liverpool supporters. The impact of Divock Origi and Gini Wijnaldum will rightly be at the top of the list when the game is looked back on in decades to come, following their heroic double apiece. Similarly, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s outrageous assist for Origi’s...

Predicting Liverpool’s lineup for the Champions League final

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool team takes to the field for its second successive Champions League final this Saturday against Spurs in Madrid. The Reds lost 3-1 to Real Madrid in Kiev last May after a performance to forget by goalkeeper Loris Karius. This season, we feared the dream was over for another year after losing 3-0 to...

Liverpool vs Spurs Preview – Potential Key Battles

Who would have thought that we’d end up here, huh? After an absolutely tumultuous twelve months for Liverpool, the Reds are back in the same position that they were this time last year, in a Champions League final. Whilst it would be unfair to suggest that Liverpool’s entire season rests on the final game...

Audere est Facere: how Spurs’ motto captures Liverpool’s journey

Over the past decade, the Liverpool country has faced so many false and painful dawns. Cultured Hodgson, the European tourist, settling on Merseyside to push us above the British tropes of non-football. The King's stabilising touch, pulling reveries from past decades to raise the dream of Cup wins upon Cup wins. Rodgers' reckless abandon...

Liverpool v Spurs – Champions League Final Preview

The Details   Venue - Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid Referee - Damir Skomina (SLO) Date & Time - Saturday, June 1st 2019 @ 20:00 Current Odds - Liverpool 19/20, Draw 13/5, Spurs 10/3   _____________________________________________________________________ "Pressure is working down the pit. Pressure is having no work at all. Pressure is trying to escape relegation on 50 shillings a week. Pressure is not the European Cup or the...

Champions League Final 2018/19

This will be the second season in a row that Liverpool play in the Champions League final and one difference from last season is the overwhelming sense of confidence that they will go on to lift the trophy. There was excitement at reaching the final against Madrid last season, but this time the feeling...

Liverpool’s Joel Matip insists he always knew he was capable of playing at this level

Liverpool defender Joel Matip has been one of the surprise success stories of The Reds' season so far and now he's getting ready for a Champions League final in Madrid. Normally an injury-prone centre-back, Matip managed to maintain almost full fitness in the second half of the season when Jurgen Klopp needed him most. Matip, along...

No Ticket? Where to Watch In Madrid: Final TV Tips for Reds’ Eyes Only

Madrid is my city. I’ve lived here for four years after a combination of circumstances allowed my wife and I to choose essentially anywhere to live. There's no better place for a weekend at this time of year. Unfortunately, there is a bit of panic setting in about what Reds can expect when they...

European Royalty back where it belongs

Pack your bags, we’re going to Madrid. It’s the biggest stage of all in club football, and the Reds will be hoping they can go one better than last year in Kiev. A place in Liverpool folklore waits for the current squad. This year’s UEFA Champions League road to the final in Madrid has proven...

Hot in the City – Facts & Figures from the Money Talks Podcast

A near flawless league campaign saw Liverpool become the first team to secure 97 points and not win the league. They were bested by Manchester City who, in consecutive seasons have achieved an unprecedented and colossal 198 points, enabled by their manager and squad. Understat's xPoints model has Liverpool on 83.45 points, whereas City is...

Aston Villa keeping tabs on Liverpool’s Ryan Kent

Aston Villa will reportedly make Liverpool star Ryan Kent a transfer target this summer as the club prepare for a Premier League return. Dean Smith's side saw off Derby County in the Championship playoff final at Wembley on Monday, securing a return to the top flight. In turn, Villa will now start planning for life in...

Virgil van Dijk declares his pride in wearing the Liverpool shirt

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has explained his love for the club, the city and the people around Merseyside ahead of The Reds' upcoming Champions League final with Spurs this Saturday. Van Dijk was speaking to Liverpoolfc.com in Marbella as Liverpool finished their warm-weather training camp this week. In an in-depth interview, Van Dijk discussed his...

Liverpool wants £37m-rated as Coutinho replacement

Bayern Munich will not be signing James Rodriguez for £37million this summer and reports from the Mirror claims that Liverpool want the Colombia international as a Philippe Coutinho replacement. Coutinho left Liverpool in January 2018 and while Xherdan Shaqiri was signed as a direct replacement to the Brazilian, the former Stoke City ace isn't on...

Why Signing Depay Rather Than Werner Makes More Sense

The transfer window has barely opened and rumours are already going into overdrive. Those rumours surrounding potential incomings at Liverpool seem to surround a number of attacking players, namely Memphis Depay of Lyon and Timo Werner of Red Bull Leipzig. There's no doubt that both would be solid additions to Liverpool's already deadly striking options, but...

AFC Bournemouth eyes £15m move for Liverpool goalkeeper

AFC Bournemouth are reportedly keen on signing Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet this summer, but it could cost the club around £15m to lure him away from Anfield. Mignolet looks somewhat surplus to requirement at the Anfield and has found playing time hard to come by this season, being limited to just two appearances this year...

Reports: PSG plotting summer moves for Liverpool ace

According to a report from Flaming Hairdryer via French media outlet Le Parisien, Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain has emerged as a shock potential suitor in Liverpool ace James Milner. Milner is out of contract with the Merseyside this summer, and should he fail to agree terms on an extension, according to uk casinos online,...