Dave looks at the news and gossip as Oliver Glasner's future is up in the air at Palace.
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European Football & Questions: The Two Footed Podcast
Dave looks at the European from tonight & last night before answering some questions.
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Dave Davis is joined by Lewis Steele to discuss the latest on:
• Arne Slot's biggest concerns and injury worries over Ekitike and Alisson
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Dave Hendrick & Karl Matchett begin by reflecting on the poor performance midweek against Gala, they then look at the upcoming game against Chelsea and the need to get back to winning ways.
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Dave Hendrick looks at the Liverpool news & gossip. He looks at the current squad and way we're playing and also looks at Chelsea's squad ahead of the weekend.
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Michael Owen Questions Ibrahima Konate as Liverpool Suffer First Setback
Arne Slot’s Liverpool entered the Premier League season as defending champions, starting in relentless fashion with five consecutive victories. Yet questions about rhythm and sharpness persisted, with performances often appearing less convincing than results suggested.
Those concerns came into sharper focus at Selhurst Park, where Oliver...
Gags Reacts to Crystal Palace Defeat: Arne Slot Tactics Under Scrutiny
Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the season came to an abrupt halt at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace handed Arne Slot his first real lesson in the Premier League. Speaking on his post-match show, Gags delivered a frank assessment, pointing fingers not just at individual...
Slot Reflects on Liverpool’s Set-Piece Struggles in Palace Defeat
Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the Premier League season came to an abrupt halt at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace secured a dramatic 2-1 victory courtesy of Eddie Nketiah’s stoppage-time strike. For Arne Slot, this was not just a first league defeat in charge but also a...
Slot, Liverpool and Crystal Palace: Post Match Raw lays it bare
First half fury
On Anfield Index’s Post Match Raw, the mood turned bleak fast. Host Guy Drinkel opened the floor and Dave Hendrick set the tone, “I’m furious because I’ve just spent the better part of two hours watching an absolute sack of .” Karl...
David Lynch’s 5 Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s 2-1 Loss to Crystal Palace
In his latest post-match reaction, Liverpool reporter David Lynch offered a candid and statistical breakdown of the Reds’ 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The game was decided in the 98th minute by Eddie Nketiah, and despite a second-half resurgence, Liverpool’s...
Crystal Palace 2 - 1 Liverpool – PL Man of the Match
Alisson Becker
Liverpool FC
Despite ending up on the losing side, Liverpool’s standout performer under the Selhurst Park sun was once again their world-class goalkeeper, Alisson Becker. Without the Brazilian’s brilliance, this could have been a far heavier defeat for the league leaders, as Crystal...
Crystal Palace 2 - 1 Liverpool - PL Player Ratings
The Premier League’s return after a successful midweek EFL Cup 3rd round win over Southampton, saw Palace host the reigning and defending champions of England at a sun-bathed Selhurst Park.
The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below.
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Alisson Becker - 9.0
The giant Brazilian stopper was brilliant...
Nketiah Strikes Late
Crystal Palace produced a dramatic late winner to stun Liverpool 2-1 at Selhurst Park, with substitute Eddie Nketiah delivering the decisive blow deep into stoppage time. The forward’s close-range finish capped an intense contest where both sides showed flashes of quality, but it was Oliver Glasner’s side who emerged victorious.
Nketiah Delivers in...
Liverpool Confirmed XI Line-Up vs Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park
Slot Balances Injuries and Expectations
Liverpool arrive at Selhurst Park with the weight of expectation and the shadow of absences shaping their line-up. Matches against Crystal Palace are rarely straightforward, the tight pitch, fervent crowd and London intensity often combine to create difficult afternoons for visiting...
Upamecano’s £125m Clause and Liverpool’s Defensive Puzzle
Liverpool’s pursuit of defensive reinforcements has taken an intriguing twist as Bayern Munich’s Dayot Upamecano reportedly sets his sights on a staggering £125million release clause while demanding a salary on par with Bayern stalwarts Joshua Kimmich and Jamal Musiala. According to TeamTalk, these negotiations could become a stumbling...
Liverpool Eye Spanish Star as Defensive Reinforcement
Liverpool’s defensive depth has been a growing concern this season and that was only magnified by the devastating ACL injury suffered by Giovanni Leoni during his debut against Southampton in the Carabao Cup. The 18-year-old Italian centre-back, a £26m summer signing from Parma, had been seen as a...
Elliot Anderson’s Future Dominates Transfer Talk as Liverpool and Newcastle Circle
Elliot Anderson’s rise since joining Nottingham Forest has been nothing short of spectacular. Having arrived for over £30 million during Newcastle United’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) struggles in 2024, the 22-year-old midfielder has quickly repaid that investment. Anderson’s performances this season have been...
Liverpool’s Defensive Puzzle after Leoni Injury: Arne Slot Stays Focused on Long-Term Vision
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has delivered a calm yet decisive message in the wake of Giovanni Leoni’s season-ending ACL injury. The setback, suffered in the midweek Carabao Cup victory over Southampton, had fuelled speculation that the Premier League champions could revisit their...
Crystal Palace vs Liverpool: How will Arne Slot lineup his side?
Liverpool have the chance to go eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table later today, as they travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace. It will be a difficult test for Arne Slot's side though, with Palace unbeaten in...
Liverpool Weigh Up Araujo Move Amid Konate Uncertainty
Liverpool supporters have been here before. The club’s hierarchy face another key contract dilemma as Ibrahima Konate edges closer to the final stretch of his deal. According to Caught Offside, the France international “doesn’t seem any closer to agreeing terms on an extension, and he’ll be free...
Liverpool Expected to Revive Marc Guehi Pursuit in January
According to a detailed report from TBR Football, Crystal Palace are bracing themselves for renewed interest from Liverpool in their captain Marc Guehi during the upcoming January transfer window. Palace are reportedly resigned to losing the England international in 2026, but Liverpool’s need for defensive reinforcements...
Crystal Palace vs Liverpool – Premier League Preview
Date: Saturday, 27th September 2025
Venue: Selhurst Park
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Liverpool’s relentless start to the 2025/26 campaign takes them to Selhurst Park, where Arne Slot’s champions aim to extend their winning streak to eight in all competitions. Having edged past Southampton 2-1 in midweek EFL Cup action, the Reds...
Madrid’s Defensive Calculus Turns Towards Konaté
Real Madrid’s long-term defensive planning has been subtly reshaped by William Saliba’s new Arsenal contract. As ESPN, the France international’s extension until 2027 has shut one door and forced another to creak open — with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté now under consideration.
Saliba’s Renewal and Madrid’s Adjustment
Saliba was not just another...
Crystal Palace v Liverpool: Team News and Key Updates
Liverpool return to Premier League action this Saturday with a trip to Selhurst Park, facing a Crystal Palace side buoyed by the return of a key forward. Arne Slot’s men arrive in south London eager to maintain their strong early-season form, though injuries and suspensions have...
Liverpool’s Contract Strategy Reflects A New Era Under Slot
Liverpool’s title defence under Arne Slot could hardly have begun better. Five wins from five and a five-point cushion at the top of the Premier League table underline not only their consistency but also the sense that the Dutch manager’s impact has gone well beyond last...
Liverpool’s Defensive Dilemma Amid Leoni’s Injury: Why January Action May Be Crucial
Liverpool’s bright start to the Premier League season under Arne Slot has been nothing short of impressive. Five wins from five, a five-point lead at the summit and the air of champions defending their crown with conviction. Yet even in this perfect start,...
Liverpool’s £116m Man Speaks: Florian Wirtz Opens Up On Price Tag And Arne Slot’s Support
Liverpool’s capture of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for £116 million stunned the football world and signalled a fresh era at Anfield. The 22-year-old midfielder arrived in the summer as the most expensive player in the club’s history at the...
Arne Slot’s Honesty Captures Liverpool’s Spirit
When Arne Slot arrived at Liverpool last summer, few could have predicted the seismic impact he would have. Succeeding Jürgen Klopp was never going to be a gentle inheritance; it was stepping into a cathedral still echoing with the chants of a transformative era. Yet in little over a...
Liverpool Eye Historic Start Under Slot Ahead of Crystal Palace Clash
Liverpool’s trip to Selhurst Park this weekend carries more than the weight of three points. It represents another chance for Arne Slot’s side to underline their dominance in the early weeks of the Premier League season and to etch fresh milestones into the club’s...
Konate Contract Talks Highlight Liverpool’s Defensive Concerns
Liverpool’s defensive depth has again come under scrutiny, with James Pearce of The Athletic providing insight into the future of Ibrahima Konate. The French centre-back, now 26, finds himself in the final year of his deal at Anfield, and the uncertainty surrounding his situation could shape the club’s...
Liverpool hand Isak boost as Morrison steps into spotlight
Isak fitness builds ahead of Palace clash
Liverpool’s preparations for their Premier League trip to Crystal Palace have been shaped by contrasting fortunes in attack. The spotlight has fallen on Alexander Isak, who continues to sharpen his edge following his record £125 million move from Newcastle.
Sky Sports...
Liverpool’s Early Statement of Intent as Palace Clash Looms
Liverpool’s start to the new Premier League season could hardly have been more emphatic. Arne Slot’s side, fresh from lifting the title in his debut campaign, have surged to five wins from five and sit five points clear at the top of the table. This weekend...
Liverpool Stand Firm Over Hugo Ekitike Rumours
Liverpool’s preparations for their next Premier League outing have been overshadowed by talk of punishment for Hugo Ekitike. Fresh reports from France have dismissed speculation that the 23-year-old striker was fined by the club after his dramatic red card in the 2-1 win against Southampton. The incident stirred...
Liverpool Eye Gleison Bremer As Defensive Plans Take Shape
Liverpool’s winter transfer window could be about to get interesting after Giovanni Leoni’s serious knee injury left Arne Slot short of centre-back options. With only three senior defenders available, the reigning Premier League champions are facing a crucial few months that could define their season and...
Liverpool Facing Defensive Setback as Giovanni Leoni Sidelined
Liverpool’s triumphant start to life under Arne Slot has been clouded by a major injury setback. Giovanni Leoni, the promising 18-year-old centre-back signed this summer, has been ruled out for “around a year” following a torn ACL suffered on his debut in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup victory over...