Dave looks at the news & gossip, as Trent Alexander-Arnold's has been defaced ahead of the game.
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EFL Catchup, FA Cup Advancing & Champions League Tonight: The Two Footed Podcast
Dave looks at the EFL action from the weekend and the midweek, before looking at the FA Cup ties from the weekend. He then looks at the Champions League action tonight.
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Dave Hendrick is here to cover all things LFC. He looks at the games against Real Madrid tonight.
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Dave Davis examines the best social media posts, fan reactions, and comments following a Villa win and ahead of a massive game against Real Madrid.
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It’s Tough on The Road: A Tad Predictable Podcast
On this episode @TadPredicts gives us his reactions to the EPL Gameweek 10 results. Tad also calls for reform to the Concussion protocal in Football.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold Shines in Liverpool's Convincing Win Over Aston Villa
A Masterclass from the Local Lad
The opportunity to lead the Reds out for the first time as a local lad under the Sunday sunshine at Anfield would have been a dream come true for Trent Alexander-Arnold. He looked as calm and composed as ever, but...
The Henderson Perspective: A Balanced View on FSG's Liverpool Tenure
The Henderson Verdict on FSG's Ownership
Jordan Henderson, the former Liverpool captain who recently moved to Al Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, has been vocal in his support for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the owners of Liverpool FC. Despite the criticism from some quarters of...
Joe Gomez: The Unsung Hero of Liverpool's Victory Over Aston Villa
A Stellar Performance That Shouldn't Go Unnoticed
There was a heck of a lot to like about the victory over Aston Villa at Anfield on Sunday as Liverpool cemented their good start to the season. Three goals, an impressive attacking display combined with a clean...
Liverpool 3 - 0 Aston Villa - The Postmortem
This was our first game after the most controversial and stressful summer transfer window, perhaps in the history of the Premier League. A sun-drenched Sunday afternoon saw Aston Villa travel to Anfield on match week four, with some swirling trepidation over how this encounter would unfold....
Anfield Index's Daily Catchup on All Things Liverpool FC with Dave Hendrick
On today's free Daily Red podcast, Dave Hendrick; in his unique diminutive style, looks at the interview from former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson in The Athletic from today with David Ornstein and Adam Crafton, as the midfielder tries to explain the controversial move.
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I will always admire Jordan Henderson for what he achieved at Liverpool, captaining the Reds to much success and proving to be a strong role model during a 12-year spell at the club.
At times, he was one of my favourite players, not least because he silenced so many doubters down the years and got...
The Untold Story: Why Jesper Lindstrøm Chose Napoli Over Liverpool
The €35 Million Question: Napoli or Liverpool?
In a summer that saw the transfer market buzzing with activity, Jesper Lindstrøm's move from Eintracht Frankfurt to Napoli caught the eye of many. The Danish midfielder's transfer fee could escalate to a staggering €35 million, but what's more...
Dutch Coaches Unimpressed with Midfielder's Decision
A Complex Decision
Ryan Gravenberch, the 21-year-old midfield sensation, has found himself in hot water with Dutch U21s coach Michael Reiziger and senior team boss Ronald Koeman. The young talent opted to skip the Dutch U21s' European Championship qualifiers against Moldova and North Macedonia. His reason? To settle into his...
Reds Rampant
Well that was rather easy all things considered eh. Aston Villa have been mighty impressive under Unai Emery, but Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp enjoyed what turned into a routine three points in the Sunday sunshine at Anfield. Ten points out of twelve from a difficult start on paper and easily the reds best...
The Complexity of Jordan Henderson's Move to Saudi Arabia: A Deeper Dive
The Intricacies of a Controversial Transfer
When Jordan Henderson, the former Liverpool captain, made the seismic shift to Saudi Arabian Pro League side Al Ettifaq, the football world was left in a state of bewilderment. The move was not just a footballing decision but...
The £200m Question: Will Salah Make the Move to Al-Ittihad?
The Final Push: Saudi Delegation in London
A delegation from Saudi Arabia touched down in London this past Saturday, signalling their final attempt to woo Liverpool into parting ways with their star player, Mohamed Salah. Despite a resounding message from Anfield and Jurgen Klopp that Salah...
In the world of football, certain shirt numbers carry an almost mythical significance. The number 7 shirt is one of those iconic numbers, and at Liverpool Football Club, it has a storied history that spans generations.
This article takes a journey through time to explore the legacy of Liverpool's Number 7 shirt, delving into the...
The early stages of the 2023/24 Premier League season have been very positive for Liverpool. They were able to add some real quality to their squad during the summer transfer window and performances on the pitch have also been positive.
After missing out on a place in the Champions League last season, Liverpool boss Jurgen...
The Reds' Formidable Start
Liverpool have hit the ground running this campaign, amassing three victories and a solitary draw in their first four outings. Their latest triumph, a 3-0 dismantling of Aston Villa at Anfield, adds to an already impressive start. The season commenced with a hard-fought 1-1 stalemate at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea, followed...
New Red Alert Podcast from Anfield Index
On our latest free Red Alert podcast, Dave Davis is joined by his regular cohort Mark Evans to look back at Liverpool's August and ahead to the challenges of September. Key to the conversation is the Mohamed Salah Saudi transfer situation, with the duo expecting different outcomes to...
Liverpool vs Aston Villa: A Masterclass in Premier League Dominance
Introduction
Ah, the Premier League, where men are men and Aston Villa... well, they tried. Liverpool's recent 3-0 thrashing of Aston Villa at Anfield was nothing short of a masterclass. David Lynch, the Liverpool reporter, couldn't have summed it up better: "It was a really convincing...
The Quiet Frustration of Caoimhin Kelleher: Celtic's Interest and Liverpool's Reluctance
The Dilemma of Being Second Choice
Caoimhin Kelleher, Liverpool's backup shot-stopper, finds himself in a bit of a quandary. The young Irish goalkeeper is eager to get more minutes under his belt, but with Alisson Becker firmly established as the first-choice keeper at Anfield, opportunities...
Anfield Index's Daily Catchup on All Things Liverpool FC with Dave Hendrick
On today's free Daily Red podcast, Dave Hendrick; in his unique diminutive style, looks at the win over Aston Villa from the weekend, as the reds produced a dominant performance over Unai Emery's men. There's high praise indeed for Dominik Szoboszlai who Dave...
Liverpool's Resurgence: A Closer Look at Klopp's Rejuvenated Reds
Dominik Szoboszlai: A Star in the Making
Neil Jones aptly describes Dominik Szoboszlai as a player whose "talent is obvious." The Hungarian midfielder has quickly become a fan favourite, and it's easy to see why. As Jones puts it, "Nobody works harder on the pitch than he...
The Gravenberch Conundrum: Liverpool's Europa League Squad Dilemma
A Deadline Day Arrival Raises Questions
Liverpool's last-minute acquisition of Ryan Gravenberch from Bayern Munich for a sum that could reach £40m has added another layer of complexity to Jurgen Klopp's squad selection for the Europa League. The Dutch midfielder is the latest addition to an already revamped...
The Unyielding Saga of Mo Salah and Al-Ittihad: Why Liverpool Must Stand Firm
The Transfer Window May Be Closed, But The Drama Isn't Over
Well, that's that then! The transfer window is closed for Liverpool and all clubs around Europe. Many fans will now be thinking, "At least we can concentrate solely on the football." However,...
The Spaniard's Swansong
The most unsurprising news of the day was not that the Saudi Pro League is willing to pay £200m for Mohamed Salah, but that our Spanish maestro, Thiago Alcântara, is once again injured.
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It seems like the last year has been a continuing effort to get the world class midfielder fit, in the...
The Intricacies of Gravenberch's Move to Liverpool: A Bayern Munich Dilemma
Why Bayern Munich’s CEO Let Gravenberch Go
In a recent interview with Bayern Munich's official website, CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen opened up about the club's decision to part ways with Ryan Gravenberch. The Dutch midfielder was eager for more consistent playing time, a request that ultimately...
Reactionary Frenzy?
Sky Sports seemed intent on creating as much frenzy as they could on deadline day of the European transfer window. Essentially, their role is to create agenda, promote propaganda, and entice multiple fanbases to stay glued to their broadcast. There are an awful lot of people who still quote stories from Sky Sports,...
Post Match RAW: DOM-INATION
On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Dave Hendrick and Hari Sethi reflect on a very comprehensive and oddly comfortable 3-0 home victory over Aston Villa. As always, performances are assessed and tactics analysed as the game is dissected in detail. Dave, impressed by Aston Villa's attacking prowess this season, was even...
The Quiet Resilience of Joe Gomez at Liverpool
The Longest-Serving Red: A Tale of Unfulfilled Potential
In the midst of a transformative summer at Anfield, Joe Gomez quietly became Liverpool's longest-serving player. The London-born defender is a relic from the Brendan Rodgers era, yet his 176 appearances over eight years since a £6 million move from...
Liverpool 3 - 0 Aston Villa - Man of the Match
Trent Alexander Arnold
A tremendous display from our captain on the day, which showed equal measures of both skill and maturity in his play. The 24-year-old is very much finding the right moments and intelligence in his hybrid role, rather than merely vacating his starting...
The Unwavering Stance of Liverpool on Salah Amidst Al-Ittihad Interest
Liverpool's Unyielding Position on Salah
Jurgen Klopp, the mastermind behind Liverpool's recent successes, has made it abundantly clear: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the club's owners, have no intention of parting ways with Mohamed Salah. This comes amidst swirling rumours that Al-Ittihad is keen to secure the...
Liverpool 3-0 Aston Villa: Salah Shines as Reds Continue Premier League Surge
Salah Proves His Worth Amidst Transfer Speculation
In a week rife with rumours surrounding Mohamed Salah's future, the Egyptian King put all speculation to bed with a stellar performance against Aston Villa. Jurgen Klopp's men, fresh off rejecting a £150m bid from Saudi Pro...
Liverpool 3 - 0 Aston Villa
Match day 4 for the reds, as a very good Aston Villa team made the trip to Anfield for this Sunday afternoon encounter. The team saw the captain, Virgil van Dijk, drop out due to his suspension, with Joe Gomez taking his place in the Liverpool backline. Curtis Jones...