Klopp says a top-four finish would be one of “biggest achievements ever”

Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp believes a top-four finish in this season's Premier League would be one of his biggest achievements ever. Klopp is, of course, referring to the disastrous injury crisis his Liverpool squad has had to cope with since October. However, two wins in their last two games of the season will see The...

Burnley vs Liverpool – It ain’t over ’til it’s over… Reds are still dreaming big

THE DETAILS Venue – Turf Moor, Burnley Referee – Chris Kavanagh Date & Time – Wednesday, May 19th @ 20:15 Current Odds – Burnley 10/1, Draw 11/2, Liverpool 2/9 ________________________________________________________ We wanted drama and something to cheer for in these last weeks of the season. Well, Liverpool have given us that. A fantastic victory at Old Trafford last Thursday was followed...

How To Deploy The Ox

Where now for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain? When Jurgen Klopp paid the money for Ox, it was an investment in vast talent, adaptability and potentially his passport that made the move logical. Unfortunately, the player arrived with a somewhat problematic injury record, and this has not ceased during his spell as a red. The fans, for the...

Alisson dedicates incredible winning goal to his family and teammates

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker rose highest and powered home an incredible last-minute winner against West Brom on Sunday evening. The Brazil international stopper went forward for Trent Alexander-Arnold's 95th-minute corner and met the cross with his head, directing his effort past the helpless Sam Johnstone and into the corner of the West Brom net. It was...

Why Liverpool shouldn’t sign Rodrigo De Paul

Liverpool’s leading scorer from midfield this season is Gini Wijnaldum and he’s found the back of the net just twice in the Premier League.  The lack of goals from those in the middle third is the primary reason so many fans want the Reds to add an attacking midfielder to their ranks this summer. Houssem...

Thiago and Fabinho Axis Show The Way Forward For Liverpool

It has mostly been a train wreck of a season for Liverpool. Going into the season as defending champions, the Reds -- crippled by a huge injury toll -- relinquished their title without as much as a whimper and they gave a generally poor account of themselves in cup competitions, both domestically and in Europe. As...

Late Alisson Winner Keeps Liverpool’s Champions League Hopes Alive

A late Alisson Becker winner secured Liverpool a last gasp 2-1 win against West Bromwich Albion that kept their Champions League qualification hopes alive. Drawing 1-1 against a deep-sitting home team, the Reds won a corner in the fourth minute of the allotted extra time. Trent Alexander Arnold's corner was then met powerfully by the...

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s influence on this Liverpool team

Trent Alexander-Arnold has made eight appearances for Liverpool since he was dropped from the England squad. He’s been my Man-of-the-Match in half of them. With the Reds needing big performances, the right-back has stepped up. The 22-year-old isn’t getting the plaudits he deserves and it is partly because he’s the victim of his own...

Brave Klopp Selections Keeps Liverpool In Champions League Picture

Prior to this season, Nat Phillips and Rhys Williams had the same amount of top-flight football experience as you and I: zero. The highest rung of the football ladder that Phillips -- who was close to accepting a footballing college scholarship in the United States before joining the Liverpool academy -- found himself on was...

West Brom vs Liverpool – Three more games, three wins needed…

THE DETAILS Venue – The Hawthorns, West Bromwich Referee – Mike Dean Date & Time – Sunday, May 16th @ 16:30 Current Odds – West Brom 11/1, Draw 11/2, Liverpool 2/9 ________________________________________________________ What a win and performance from The Reds at Old Trafford! A fantastic result and one that keeps our Champions League qualification hopes alive. Time for that old cliché,...

Reds defender delights in “ugly” win at Old Trafford

Liverpool's Nat Phillips recovered from a shaky start to play a huge part in The Reds' 4-2 win at Old Trafford on Thursday night. Phillips was unable to prevent Bruno Fernandes speculative attempt from going in after just 10 minutes. However, the centre-back reacted brilliantly to that nervy start to set up Diogo Jota's equaliser....

Squad role for Harvey Elliott at Liverpool next season?

Many football fans are guilty of getting carried away about young players, particularly English individuals who play for their own team. It's only natural, in fairness, with the thought of a young homegrown talent eventually becoming a superstar one of the most appealing stories in the game. We have seen it firsthand with Steven Gerrard and...

Liverpool Keep Champions League Hopes Alive With Old Trafford Win

Liverpool kept their Champions League qualification hopes alive with a 4-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Chelsea losing at home to Arsenal last night boosted the Reds' chances of a top-four finish, provided they kept their good form alive and they duly obliged with a superb performance. A brace from Roberto Firmino and further...

Will this be Liverpool’s starting lineup to play Manchester United tonight?

Liverpool travel to play Manchester United tonight in the Premier League with Jürgen Klopp's hopes of a top-four finish fading by the minute. With United gifting all three points to Leicester City on Tuesday, it all but ended The Reds' chances of Champions League qualification this season. However, until it's mathematically impossible, Liverpool must battle...

Jurgen Klopp and Goals From Midfield

There are no two ways about it, Liverpool have had a poor season. Going from winning the league by an eighteen-point margin to fretting about your prospects of finishing in the top four ahead of West Ham United and Leicester City has been a hell of a comedown for the Reds. Criticism has inevitably followed and...

Manchester United vs Liverpool – Old Trafford beckons for reluctantly resurgent Reds

THE DETAILS Venue – Old Trafford, Manchester Referee – Anthony Taylor Date & Time – Thursday, May 13th @ 20:15 Current Odds – Manchester United 9/5, Draw 11/4, Liverpool 11/8 ________________________________________________________ Time is running out for Liverpool to claw their way back into the Premier League's top four and those Champions League qualification spots. Old Trafford would surely be the worst...

Virgil van Dijk confirms he will not play in this summer’s Euros with the Netherlands

Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk has confirmed that he will not play in this summer's Euros, instead, focusing on a proper pre-season for The Reds. Van Dijk, who will be 30 in July, believes he has the best chance of a full recovery from his knee injury if he is not rushed back into action in...

Gronnemark Influence Clear In Liverpool’s Second Goals Versus Saints

Liverpool hiring Thomas Gronnemark as their thrown-in coach raised a lot of eyebrows in the football world. From the sneers of antiquated pundits working in the middle east to the genuine curiosity surrounding what Gronnemark's role entails, the appointment -- from every perspective -- was much talked about. While the Dane claims to be able to...

Liverpool season run-in – preview and predictions

The 2020/21 Premier League campaign approaches the season finale as Liverpool fight tooth and nail to secure European football for next season, and you can use the sign-up bonuses available at your-promotional-code.co.uk to bet on every game. Sitting two points clear of cross-town rivals Everton, Jurgen Klopp's men have yet to ensure Europa League football...

Thiago on how it felt to break his Liverpool duck

Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcântara vowed that The Reds will keep fighting for a top-four finish after his goal sealed their latest win. The Spain international popped up with a well-taken late goal to secure all three points, giving Liverpool a 2-0 victory against Southampton on Saturday night. Sadio Mané had opened the scoring in the...

Mo Salah – What Next…?

Mohamed Salah, a player with two stints to his name within the Premier League, stands as a genuine world class player in the modern game. His personal goal record is phenomenal, his under-appreciation outside of Anfield equally so. A player brought in to add firepower to the reds, with pace and goals from wide, delivered...

Ben Davies: The Latest Example Of Liverpool Market Strategy

Unless you're an ex Liverpool player, the likelihood is that you and I have played the same number of minutes for the Reds as Ben Davies: zero. The centre half arrived at the injury-depleted defending champions in January from Championship side Preston North End and was expected to plug the considerable gap left in Liverpool's...

Klopp admits Reds “really needed that” as top-four hopes are kept alive

Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp says his side "really needed that" after their 2-0 win over Southampton on Saturday night. The Reds kept their slim hopes of a top-four finish alive thanks to goals from Sadio Mané and Thiago Alcântara and a man of the match performance from goalkeeper Alisson Becker. The win moves Liverpool within six...

Klopp – Class is Permanent

When Jurgen arrived at Anfield, he followed three managers after Rafa Benitez had departed. He was a wonderful manager, a brilliant tactician & a man that brought the Champions League back to the red half of Liverpool. Istanbul stands as the greatest of finals, and the result will stand the test of time. That kind...

Who is Donyell Malen and why might Liverpool be interested?

For a team reportedly not in a position to add an attacker this summer, Liverpool are being linked with a lot of forwards.  The most persistent one seems to be to Donyell Malen. The 22-year-old is having the season of his career with 24 goals and seven assists across the Eredivisie and Europa League for...

Bissouma reaction: Some Liverpool fans will never learn

If you're expecting a memorable summer in the transfer market at Liverpool, you're in for a horrible shock. Unfortunately, this isn't FIFA or Football Manager, so the Reds won't be splashing an endless stream of cash, as Jurgen Klopp's men look to bounce back from this most dispiriting of seasons. Given the impact that COVID-19 has...

Will this be Liverpool’s starting eleven to play Southampton on Saturday?

Liverpool meet Southampton at Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday night. We've had a look at the likely starting lineup for The Reds. Jürgen Klopp will again have plenty of decisions to make. Not only with regards to the starting eleven but also about the formation Liverpool will use. I'm guessing Klopp will opt for...

Virgil Van Dijk’s impact on Liverpool

When Liverpool paid a club-record £75million to bring Virgil van Dijk to Anfield, they hadn’t conceded fewer than 40 Premier League goals in a single season since 2009/10. On a couple of occasions, they’d even conceded 50.  To challenge for a place in the top four, teams generally had to finish with a goal difference...

Liverpool vs Southampton Preview – Reds continue battle to keep dwindling top-four hopes alive

THE DETAILS Venue – Anfield, Liverpool Referee – Kevin Friend Date & Time – Saturday, May 8th @ 20:15 Current Odds – Liverpool 1/4, Draw 5/1, Southampton 10/1 ________________________________________________________ It's our second-last game at Anfield this season. In the last year, we've tasted the magnificent highs of Premier League success - the club's 19th league title. However, crushing blows would...

New Mohamed Salah Contract Needs To Be Liverpool’s #1 Priority

Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool has been speculated about frequently over the course of the last few months.  After Salah granted an interview to Spanish newspaper AS in December in which he didn’t immediately dismiss the prospect of one day playing for Real Madrid or Barcelona, many fans wondered whether the Egyptian was trying to...