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Liverpool’s Pivotal Week: David Lynch on Why Final - Third Quality Must Improve!

Liverpool’s Pivotal Week: David Lynch on Why Final - Third Quality Must Improve!

On the latest Media Matters Podcast, Dave Davis is joined by Liverpool FC journalist David Lynch to unpack Liverpool's big week of football for the Reds, with games against Burnley and Marseille around the corner. Talk amongst fans is that the final Third quality needs to improve, alongside securing the points that are very much needed. All of this was discussed today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carrick To United: The Two Footed Podcast

Dave looks at the Michael Carrick agreeing terms to be United's next interim manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Liverpool’s Chances of Hiring Xabi Alonso: David Lynch Provides Key Update

Liverpool’s Chances of Hiring Xabi Alonso: David Lynch Provides Key Update

On the latest Media Matters Podcast, Dave Davis is joined by Liverpool FC journalist David Lynch to unpack the latest Liverpool transfer news, contract latest, and all things Xabi Alonso, as he has departed Real Madrid and where that leaves Liverpool in the coming month if results don't pick up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
David Lynch On Liverpool's Barnsley Performance - Plenty More Work To Be Done?

David Lynch On Liverpool's Barnsley Performance - Plenty More Work To Be Done?

On the latest Media Matters Podcast, Dave Davis is joined by Liverpool fc journalist David Lynch to unpack Liverpool's recent FA Cup run-out, with key analysis of the Reds' performance and what worked and what didn't on the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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...

Dave Davis: “Arsenal’s Threats Are Plentiful”

Unveiling the Arsenal Threat: A Strategic Insight As the Anfield Index podcast highlighted, Liverpool is gearing up for a significant clash with Arsenal, a team known for its meticulous defence and strategic gameplay. Dave Davis pointed out, "Arsenal threats come plentiful... defensive-wise like us are the most miserly team in the league." Recognising the formidable...

Liverpool v Arsenal – The Premier League Preview

Arsenal Test for the Reds This is perhaps the most intriguing contest of the Premier League season so far, with two teams desperate to stop the Manchester City dominance of the English top tier. Last weekend saw The Gunners leapfrog The Reds, as they achieved a one-point lead at the top of the table. Premier...

Postmortem: Liverpool 5 – 1 West Ham

Match Overview This was a game that saw Jürgen Klopp rotate accordingly, with Arsenal set to visit Anfield on Saturday evening. Despite some thoughts that the Reds' German manager would select a full quota of reserves, he instead showed a desire to march on to the semi-final of the EFL Cup, as the starting team...

Big Game Weekend – Daily Red Podcast

On today's episode (December 22nd 2023) Dave looks ahead to the big game this weekend as the reds welcome fellow title chasers Arsenal to Anfield. 

Brundish: “Can’t Put Much Stock in Beating West Ham’s Reserves”

Curtis Jones Shines Against West Ham In a recent episode of the "Under Pressure" podcast, Dan Kennett, Simon Brundish, and Hamzah Khalique-Loonat dissected Liverpool's exhilarating performance against West Ham. The highlight of the discussion was undoubtedly Curtis Jones, whose display offered a glimpse into Liverpool's evolving dynamics. Curtis Jones: Liverpool's Unheralded Gem Dan Kennett remarked, "Curtis's second...

Post Conference Presser: Arsenal Home

Dave Davis reviews Jurgen Klopp’s unique pre Arsenal presser and covers: - Q&A’s - West Ham Clues - Arsenal Threats and the Anfield Atmosphere - Score and Scorer Prediction

Roy Keane Sticking To His Guns Regarding Virgil van Dijk

Assessing Roy Keane's Take on Virgil van Dijk's Comments In the aftermath of a highly charged stalemate between Liverpool and Manchester United, the words of Liverpool's stalwart Virgil van Dijk have stoked the fire of debate, particularly with Manchester United icon Roy Keane. The former United captain’s recent podcast remarks further dissect van Dijk’s post-match...

Ornstein: “Salah Wants to Stay at Liverpool”

Mohamed Salah's Future at Liverpool Amid Transfer Speculation Insiders have recently illuminated the future of Liverpool's star forward, Mohamed Salah. The buzz around the Egyptian international's next moves has been the talk of the town, with insights pointing towards his current disposition towards the club. As a player who's been nothing short of "consistently outstanding...

Tony Evans: “Liverpool Are in Arteta’s Head”

Klopp’s Perfect Fit There are so many people who say “Jurgen gets us.” Funnily enough, many of those characters also said “Brendan gets us.” But, for the most part, Klopp has synced with Liverpool in a manner that has been beyond the expectations of most supporters. In terms of politics, social attitudes and passion, he is...

Hendrick: “Arsenal have Fewer Points, Goals & Conceded More”

Arsenal's Ascent under Arteta Arsenal's journey under Mikel Arteta has seen a revival of fortunes, with the team frequently finding itself in top-of-the-table clashes. This season, the Gunners have displayed a tenacity that's had fans and critics alike sit up and take notice. As Dave Hendrick notes, "Arsenal sit top of the league as they...

MEDIA MATTERS: Stat me up! – West Ham League Cup

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