How Will Liverpool Players Perform in the World Cup?

The World Cup is here – finally. Liverpool, like many other elite teams across the world, has a number of players represented, and some could play pivotal roles in Qatar. However, Jurgen Klopp's team is in an unusual circumstance. For different reasons, several of their top players will not be taking part. Worth noting, Mo Salah's...

Liverpool 3 – 1 Southampton – Premier League Player Ratings

Starting XI Alisson Becker - 9.0 Brazil's number one, in his last start as a red before the World Cup. He was superb, and was able to stand out once again. Trent Alexander Arnold - 6.0 England’s most talked about player, came back in for the impressive Calvin Ramsay. Was solid enough throughout and really seemed intent on...

Liverpool 3 – 1 Southampton – Man Of The Match

Alisson Becker I don’t really like the fact that our goalkeeper is getting so many man of the matches this season, but as long as we win, I’ll keep awarding it. Alisson is the best keeper this Premier League has ever seen, and the giant Brazilian just allows us to be impenetrable at times. We have...

The Kids (Some) are Alright!

It maybe apt that we are focusing on ‘the who’ specifically (maybe one for the dads there), but there was plenty to digest on the back of Liverpool’s third round passage in the Carabao Cup against Derby. Jurgen Klopp utilised the entire spectrum of his squad with experienced internationals, squad players, youth talents and...

World Cup Squads: Six Teams Released, Hendo and Trent Included!

November 10th saw United best Villa in a six goal thriller, and the release of six world cup squads! England, Poland, Germany, Cameroon, Belgium, and Morocco all released their team sheets. Chief among the headlines for Liverpool is that Jordan Henderson and Trent Alexander-Arnold have both been included for the Three Lions! Alexander-Arnold will...

Liverpool v Southampton – The Premier League Preview

It’s the last game for these two sides before the Wold Cup circus takes over football, and it represents a chance for both to end this first phase of the season on a high. It’s been fairly mediocre till now for both teams, but there has been the odd bright spot, and the last...

Which Liverpool Players Would Benefit From A Loan

With the on-going saga surrounding new ownership, and the news regarding FSG being willing to listen to offers, it puts the next few months (for LFC) in the air. Presumably, varying conditions will need to be met in order to become viable owners, and I believe there is enough professional respect from John Henry...

World Cup Squads: One Red, Six Ex-Reds

November 9th was an exciting day for world football. We saw Chelsea vs City, Arsenal lose to Brighton, Tottenham lose to Forest (hey maybe we aren't so bad), Liverpool's U13's win a PK shootout, and five squads for the World Cup in Qatar released to the public. France, Croatia, Switzerland, and Wales all made...

Tony Evans: The ‘FSG Outers’ Got What They Wanted

The dreams of FSG haters are about to be fulfilled. It was always just a matter of time. You know the saying, though. Be careful what you wish for. It might come true. Some people may relish the thought of petro-states or oligarchs. There are hardly any out there these days. If a Manchester City-style...

Liverpool 0 – 0 Derby County – EFL Cup 3rd Round – Post-mortem

Liverpool 0 - 0 Derby County - EFL Cup 3rd Round - Post-mortem I know these types of match ups aren’t for everyone, but I always look forward to seeing the younger elements of Liverpool FC turn out for the first team. With a full rotation exercise undertaken by Jurgen Klopp, the team sheet...

Gomez: LFC’s most cashable asset?

Ain’t nobody like Joe Gomez…It’s certainly been a challenging campaign for the 25 year old defender. Numerous lows have been punctuated with the occasional high, as Gomez has found himself the focus for many in a struggling Liverpool side. History has counted for the player somewhat with many, but what has been shown on...

Liverpool 0 – 0 Derby County – EFL Cup Player Ratings

Starting XI Caoimhin Kelleher - 8.0 Was a bystander for much of the first half, with just a dodgy back pass by his captain causing issue in the opening 45 mins. Was called into action more in the second half, but was very assured in his work. Calvin Ramsey - 8.0 Was solid through the first half, looking...

How well are Liverpool finishing?

One of the most well-known bits of folk wisdom in football is that if you want to win anything, you must take your chances. Being able to finish well is the mark of an elite goalscorer, and fans groan in frustration when an enthusiastic midfielder shanks a panicked volley miles wide. Although the rise...

Liverpool 0 – 0 Derby County – EFL Cup Man Of The Match

Liverpool 0 - 0 Derby County - EFL Cup Man Of The Match Calvin Ramsey Showed really good drive and strength on his first start. A brilliant engine, coupled with great decisions on and off the ball. Never seemed fazed by the atmosphere, and linked up really well with the forward players. Even had a couple of...

Imagine If We’d Renewed Gini’s Contract

Apparently it annoys some people to mention certain former players, especially those which could (and should) have been retained by the club. In the case of one former red, Gini Wijnaldum, it seems that only one of him or Jordan Henderson were ever going to get improved terms on a new longer term contracts,...

FSG Sale: No Perfect Solution

Doesn’t really do anything by halves David Ornstein eh…. Ever since the news broke on Monday that as many suspected Liverpool is ‘prepared to listen to offers’, social media has understandably gone into overdrive. Whatever the ‘sales deck’ Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley have created contains, it’s hard to imagine FSG will be short of...

Brazil WC Squad Released: Bobby misses out.

Brazil released their squad for the World Cup in Qatar on Monday evening. The big news for Liverpool was that Roberto Firmino missed out, as Pedro, Richarlison, and Gabriel Jesus were chosen over the Reds' frontman. Fabinho did find his way into the squad, expected to compete for minutes with the Manchester United duo...

Liverpool v Derby – The EFL Cup 3rd Round Preview

The League Cup holders begin the process of their defence this week, in welcoming Derby County to Anfield on Wednesday evening. With an inconsistent start to their Premier League season, the reds three ongoing (& imminent cup runs) could represent the best chance of silverware this year. Derby County enter the contest on the back...

Ibrahima Konate: The Present and Future of Liverpool’s Defence

Sometimes, all you need is one individual to make a huge difference in a struggling season. When it comes to selecting Liverpool's best and most important player, the same four or five names will always be bandied around. Alisson leads from the back and is unrivalled in his position in the world, the same applies to...

Playing on the World’s Stage: Liverpool’s Performance at Popular International Fields

Liverpool is a team that has been on the rise in recent years. They have consistently put up strong performances in both the Premier League and Champions League, and their fans have followed them every step of the way. One of the things that makes Liverpool so unique is their ability to perform on the...

Lessons Learned in the Reds’ Victory Over Spurs

A vital three points was obtained at the Spurs stadium, as Liverpool breathed some new life into a faltering league campaign. All the headlines were naturally grabbed by Mo Salah, as a ninth goal in eight games ensured the Reds at least kept the top 4 within their sites. There were a few other...

Tottenham 1 – 2 Liverpool – The Postmortem

Liverpool ended the week on relatively big high, in defeating one of their direct competitors for this year's Premier League top 4. Both teams had key pieces missing though injury, and despite the world class credentials of both opposing managers, you get the sense that neither had a particular efficient day. Jurgen Klopp won...

Understanding The Timing Of FSG’s Sale

It was always inevitable that FSG would sell the club sooner rather than later, but the key point is to understand the timing of their ‘For Sale’ sign and statement, and what has led the Boston-based consortium to choose now as the moment to cash in. FSG are primed to make an enormous amount of...

Liverpool F.C Loan Watch: November 5th and 6th.

Rhys Williams (Blackpool) Williams was once again an unused substitute for Blackpool, this time in a 1-0 defeat to Luton Town. This marks the 19th day since Williams started for Blackpool, in a 3-1 loss to Hull City. Yesterday's loss pushes Blackpool down into 18th in the EFL Championship, only 2 points clear of the...

Liverpool For Sale? Be Careful What You Wish For…

The breaking story David Ornstein broke the story a few hours ago. “Liverpool FC have been put up for sale by Fenway Sports Group. Sale deck has been produced for interested parties. Goldman Sachs + Morgan Stanley assisting evaluation process. Unclear if deal gets done but FSG inviting offers.” The FSG statement  His story was accompanied...

The Long Term Bobby Replacement

Roberto Firmino is perhaps the most loved player at Liverpool Football Club. His outlandish style, sublime moments of skill, and ability to work relentlessly, have seen him become a cult hero for the fanbase. The reality is how we replace the flamboyant Brazilian, if he doesn’t sign an extension of course. Bobby could well...

In the Bleak Midwinter: Hopes and Dreams for a Winter Break

As we enter the final few weeks of the season before the World Cup break, there’s a lot for Liverpool to evaluate during this period. The highest points total of an English side in the Champions League combined with a record low in their domestic completion under Jurgen Klopp has left many Reds tearing...

Tottenham 1 – 2 Liverpool – Premier League Man Of The Match

Tottenham 1 - 2 Liverpool - Premier League Man Of The Match Mohamed Salah A sensationally gifted and important player. His killer instincts killed off Spurs in the first half, and the point of the spear was as sharp as you could ever want. With Nunez acting as the jagged edge, and Bobby the assured...

Tottenham 1 – 2 Liverpool – Premier League Player Ratings

Starting XI Alisson Becker - 7.0 Looked a little shaky on 15 mins as Spurs exploded with two chances, but did enough to keep the ball out. Was steady enough barring that. Had to make some good saves to keep the Reds in the game, and could do little about the Kane goal. Trent Alexander Arnold -...

Champions League Knockouts: All the Possibilities

Well, the Premier League certainly hasn't been going well for Liverpool, but we've gotten the Champions League somewhat right. The Reds took 15 points from 6 games, and only finished second in the group by 3 goals. However, those 3 goals could potentially mean the world, as they mean we are forced to draw...