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After a week dominated by debates around VAR in the aftermath of the Spurs debacle last Sunday, the Reds secured a comfortable 2-0 win at home midweek against Union St Gilloise. Klopp’s side now turn their attention back towards the PL, as they face a stern test this weekend away to Brighton. With both clubs...

A Strategic Winter: Liverpool's Calculated Approach to Transfers In the bustling world of football, where the transfer market never truly sleeps, Liverpool's Sporting Director, Jorg Schmadtke, maintains a vigilant and strategic approach. His eyes, perpetually scanning the horizons of potential talent, are notably fixated on the Bundesliga, a treasure trove of emerging and established stars. The...

Liverpool 2 - 0 Royale Union Saint-Gilloise - The Europa League Postmortem The initial game of the reds Europa League campaign saw a visit to Austria end in a straightforward victory, one which saw our German manager able to blood many of the fringe players within his talented squad. The second game of our group...

Who Starts Versus Brighton, Gravenberch or Endō? It is amazing to consider that in recent years, Liverpool have held a stellar record in terms of on-pitch fair play, to now see them having received four red cards in their opening seven Premier League matches. The fact that Alexis Mac Allister’s dismissal was later rescinded, does...

A Strategic Move in the Transfer Market In the meticulous world of football transfers, Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool have demonstrated a knack for strategic acquisitions. The summer has witnessed the Reds fortifying their squad, ensuring a robust start to the Premier League season, with only a single loss tarnishing their record. The new midfield additions...

Klopp Can Use the Failure of VAR to Fuel Success at Brighton After a dramatic, traumatic, and ultimately devastating game of football at the weekend, the Liverpool squad must now regroup and move on from the debacle created by VAR. The ineptitude of the officials on Saturday evening was astounding, yet there could be a...

A Steady Gaze on Andre Trindade: Liverpool’s Calculated Move In the meticulous world of football transfers, Liverpool has set its sights firmly on Fluminense’s Andre Trindade. The 22-year-old Brazilian midfielder, who recently earned his first cap for his country, has been a subject of keen interest from the Premier League giants. The initial move during...

A Meticulous Overhaul at Anfield In the wake of a substantial squad transformation, Liverpool has emerged with a meticulously restructured team, notably in the midfield, following the departures of key players such as Jordan Henderson and Roberto Firmino. The summer witnessed the arrivals of Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo, Alexis Mac Allister, and Ryan Gravenberch, each...

On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Dave Hendrick and Hari Sethi react to Liverpool's routine win over Union Saint Gilloise in the Europa League group stage. As ever, performances are assessed and key moments discussed with some specific discussion on: The renaissance of Joe Gomez The promise of Ryan Gravenberch https://twitter.com/AnfieldIndex/status/1710173839974363642 The classy calm of Jarrell Quansah The odd choice...

Klopp's Insight into the Union SG Victory Jürgen Klopp, the mastermind behind Liverpool's recent successes, once again demonstrated his tactical acumen in the Europa League clash against Union SG. His post-match reflections revealed a manager who is both critical and appreciative of his team's performance, highlighting the "mature & professional performance" that secured a 2-0...

Let's Play The Yes/No Game Yes, Liverpool were screwed by the officiating at White Hart Lane. No, don’t expect support from fans of other teams even though everyone has a horror story about referees/VAR. Yes, the entire refereeing system needs an overhaul. No, Curtis Jones’s red card should not have been rescinded. It’s marginal but you’d go for...

Eredivisie Hunting Ground Liverpool have reportedly been scouting Feyenoord midfielder Quinten Timber, according to reports from 90min. The Reds previously made four midfield signings in the summer window, with Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szobozslai, Ryan Gravenberch and Wataru Endo all arriving on Merseyside. However, it looks like Klopp may be looking to further strengthen the midfield in...

Debate Over Díaz’ Disallowed Goal The endless debate regarding the ramifications of Luis Díaz’ wrongly disallowed goal has tumbled on all week and will likely still be clogging your social media feed long after you’ve read this. But while it has sadly unleashed a torrent of stupidity from certain rival fans, journalists and pundits alike and...

Reds Navigate a Lackluster European Night ‘Alexa…why do people sometimes call a football game ‘easily forgettable?’ Everyone in Anfield and at home got the answer on wet and cold Thursday night in this one. Union-Saint Gilloise came to sit back and frustrate the home side in this one, yet for the majority of the game...

Liverpool 2 - 0 Royale Union Saint-Gilloise - Man of the Match Jarell Quansah I wrote in the opening weeks of the season how this young Englishman could be the surprise package this year, which could potentially lead to an end of season call up to the next summer’s European Championships. This 2023/24 season sees Liverpool...

Liverpool 2 - 0 Royale Union Saint-Gilloise - Europa League Ratings The reds probably needed this type of game in order to extinguish the disappointment endured at White Hart Lane last Saturday evening. The team was adjusted as required, with a few surprise faces in the Germans starting eleven. https://twitter.com/lfc/status/1710035901521211687?s=46&t=rxgukmqdoXc4muVFLSx2EQ Alisson Becker - 7.0 With his understudy injured,...

Reds Dominate But Stutter to Convincing Victory In the hallowed chambers of Anfield, a gentle breeze of triumph wafted through as Liverpool, the Merseyside maestros, orchestrated a performance that, while not resounding, whispered of the quiet confidence embedded within their ranks. The Europa League encounter with Union Saint-Gilloise unfolded not as a tempestuous battle but...

Quinten Timber's Premier League Prospects In the bustling and ever-competitive world of football, Quinten Timber, the 22-year-old Feyenoord midfielder, has subtly yet assuredly marked his territory. With a skill set that allows him to navigate through various midfield roles, Timber has not only been a pivotal player in Feyenoord's impressive Eredivisie triumph last season but...

A Strategic Move into Premium Partnerships In a recent dialogue with the ECHO, Ben Latty, Liverpool’s commercial director, shed light on the club's strategic business moves, particularly focusing on their partnerships with high-profile American businesses. The summer witnessed Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool owners, securing several sponsorship deals, notably with Peloton, UPS, and Google, all...

A Family Affair at Anfield: The Mac Allister Brothers Clash In the heart of Anfield, a poignant narrative unfolds as the Mac Allister brothers, Alexis and Kevin, prepare to share the pitch, albeit on opposing sides, in a Europa League encounter that transcends the typical football rivalry. The Mac Allister family, with deep-seated roots in...

New A-Eye Scouted Podcast with Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett On this episode Dave and Karl discuss the Champions League football from Tuesday night with exciting games across the evening, however both English clubs lost, with Lens beating Arsenal, and Galatasaray exposed Man Utd's flaws for all to see. Dave Hendrick: 'Ten Hag is basically Ole...

Replay The Spurs Game? Dave Davis previews Jurgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s press conference ahead of the Union SG game and covers: - Jurgen’s Belief It Should Be Replayed - Need for Siege Mentality - Predicted Line-up - Score and Scorer https://twitter.com/AnfieldIndex/status/1709574861297770916 Take your Liverpool fandom to the next level with Anfield Index! Boasting over 50 free podcasts monthly, we are your premier...

A Measured Response to an Unprecedented Error Jurgen Klopp, the seasoned manager of Liverpool, initially approached the VAR team's blunder during the match against Tottenham Hotspur with a level-headed perspective. His initial response, urging everyone to “deal with it in a proper way” and reminding that the officials “didn’t do it on purpose,” showcased a...

AI PRO Plus: Jurgen Klopp Post Press Conference Show - Union Saint-Gilloise Dave Davis previews Jurgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s presser ahead of the Union SG game and covers: Trent and Klopp Q&A’s Jurgen’s Belief It Should Be Replayed  Need for Siege Mentality Predicted Line-up Score and Scorer Make sure you check out the Post Press...

Tottenham 2 - 1 Liverpool - The Postmortem This was the most peculiar, unjust, bizarre, and infuriating game that I can recall. I tried to hold on off on writing this piece, in the hope that some clarification would be forthcoming on the VAR issues that marred this contest. It would be pointless and quite...

A Tumultuous Time for Darren England Amidst VAR Controversy In the intricate world of football refereeing, Darren England has recently found himself embroiled in a tempest stirred by a VAR decision that has cast a shadow over English referees. The disallowed goal of Luis Diaz for Liverpool in their 2-1 defeat against Tottenham has not...

PGMOL's Audio Controversy Well there you finally have it. The PGMOL have released the audio to the public and even though it seemed inconceivable to believe, their stock has fallen even further. Aside from an unheralded replay operator, no-one all the way up to Howard Webb comes out with any credit as the decision to...

Antonio's Bold Predictions Stir the Pot Michail Antonio, the audacious forward for West Ham United, recently found himself amidst a sea of fervent responses from Liverpool fans, following his bold pre-match predictions. In a prelude to the September clash between West Ham and Liverpool, Antonio confidently voiced his expectations on the Footballer’s Football Podcast, stating...

A Steely Gaze Forward Amidst VAR Controversy In the wake of a VAR decision that has stirred the football community, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool's vice-captain, maintains a stoic perspective, emphasising a forward-looking approach for the team. The recent incident involving an erroneously disallowed goal by Luis Diaz against Tottenham has not only sparked debates but also...

A Stiff Test on the South Coast: Liverpool's Endeavour Against Brighton At a Glance: Key Match Details Date Kick-off Time Stadium Referee 8 Oct 2023 14:00 BST The American Express (Amex) Stadium Anthony Taylor Previous Meetings: A Glimpse into the Rivalry Season Result Competition 2022/23 Brighton 3-0 Liverpool Premier League 2022/23 Liverpool 1-2 Brighton FA Cup 2021/22 Brighton 2-1 Liverpool Premier League 2021/22 Liverpool 0-1 Brighton Premier League 2020/21 Brighton 1-1 Liverpool Premier League Liverpool's Pursuit of Redemption Amidst a Tight Schedule The Reds,...