Dave Hendrick is joined by Guy Drinkel to preview the upcoming game against Man United, they look at the recent history of United in the post Fergie era and the issues they’ve created and faced. They then look at the game and how both teams may lineup.
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Prem Predictions: Liverpool v Man United: The Two Footed Podcast
Dave answers a couple of questions before looking at the weekend of Premier League action!
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Dave Hendrick is here to cover all things LFC. He looks at the game against United at the weekend, and also looks at the history of the fixture.
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Jim Boardman and Jay Reid return for another episode of Scouser Tommies, reflecting on the international break and previewing the massive return to action: a home clash against Manchester United.
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Taylor Hinds Leaves Liverpool After Five-Year Spell
Taylor Hinds has officially departed Liverpool Women after five influential seasons, bringing to a close a period in which she firmly established herself as one of the team’s most consistent and trusted figures. The 25-year-old defender exits as the club’s third-highest appearance-maker in the Women’s Super League era,...
Remembering Joe Fagan: 24 Years Since Liverpool Lost a Legend
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Joe Fagan’s legacy remains woven into the very fabric of Liverpool Football Club. Quiet, dignified, and deeply respected, Fagan was never one for grandeur or noise, yet...
Szoboszlai and Wirtz: Liverpool’s Next Midfield Evolution Begins
Creative fusion shaping Slot’s vision
In the static silence of the off-season, Liverpool have whispered something rather loud: change is coming. Not through slogans or declarations, but in the carefully constructed logic of their transfer business. Florian Wirtz in, record-breaking fee, eyebrows raised. And now, talk turns to...
Klopp Warns of Wirtz Pressure Amid Record Liverpool Move
Wirtz arrival places spotlight squarely on Anfield
Liverpool’s decision to sign Florian Wirtz for a record-breaking £116 million has reverberated through football. Not simply for the size of the fee, but for what it represents: a new era, a new leader, and a shift in the club’s...
Guehi at the Crossroads: Palace’s Defensive Pillar Faces Summer Reckoning
Palace’s quiet leader draws loud interest
There’s a stillness about Marc Guehi’s demeanour that contrasts with the noise now building around his future. For a player who has captained Crystal Palace, led with maturity beyond his years and been part of England’s senior setup, the silence...
Liverpool Maintain Hope Over Isak Deal Despite Price and Contract Talks
Interest in key forward remains despite challenges
Liverpool’s aggressive early-summer strategy under Arne Slot has signalled a clear intention: evolve and compete. With three signings already finalised before pre-season has even begun, the club has set a tone that’s both ambitious and deliberate.
But even with...
Liverpool Must Strengthen At Centre-Back After Quansah Exit
Liverpool’s Premier League title under Arne Slot was built on discipline and smart planning. That same level of forward-thinking must now apply to the defence, especially after the £35million sale of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen. With Ibrahima Konate's contract uncertainty and Joe Gomez’s injury struggles, Liverpool...
Is Nicolas Jackson a Summer Option for Edwards?
As Liverpool’s summer takes shape under Arne Slot and the Michael Edwards–Richard Hughes axis, pursuing Alexander Isak remains an open ambition that will be resolved only once Darwin Nunez has been sold. But with Newcastle digging in, Profit and Sustainability whispers swirling, and no guarantees of player...
Well, we know that sometimes players come and go. Not immediately, but still. It's actually very normal, but every football club has its own star, which is quite hard to replace. Liverpool is not an exception, and it has its own story with Wijnaldum. Okay, but we obviously need details to figure out why...
Liverpool Step Up Pursuit of Marc Guehi as Quansah Nears Exit
Liverpool’s summer evolution under Arne Slot continues to gather momentum, with reports suggesting the club is now in direct contact with England international Marc Guehi over a summer switch. As per a DaveOCKOP exclusive, positive discussions have taken place between Liverpool and the Crystal...
How Fitness Levels Have Changed in Cricket
Modern cricket looks nothing like it did a few decades ago. The pace is different. The intensity is brutal. And the expectations? Sky-high. Once seen as a gentleman's game, cricket has morphed into a sport that demands power, speed, and serious endurance. The era of pot-bellied bowlers or...
Liverpool Lead Race for Marc Guehi Amid Defensive Rebuild
Slot reshapes defensive core
Liverpool’s evolving backline could soon see a new name added to the roster, with The Mirror reporting that Arne Slot’s side are “close to a move for Marc Guehi.” The Crystal Palace and England centre-half has been on the radar of several top...
Jurgen Klopp and Kaveh Solhekol Divide Opinion Over Club World Cup Debate
Klopp's legacy shaped by more than trophies
Jurgen Klopp may have vacated the Anfield dugout, but his voice continues to resonate across the football world. As the former Liverpool manager embarks on his new role with Red Bull as Head of Global Football, he...
Rio Ferdinand Applauds Liverpool’s Transfer Strategy as Wirtz Joins Slot Revolution
Wirtz arrival signals serious intent
Liverpool’s approach to the 2025 summer transfer window has been defined not by hesitation but by precision, power and clear planning. Arne Slot, barely a year into his reign, has overseen a reshaping of the Reds squad that suggests a...
Wataru Endo’s Quiet Influence Leaves Lasting Mark on Liverpool Fans
Cult status sealed with humility and heart
In a season where stars emerged and legacies were cemented, Wataru Endo’s impact on Liverpool’s title-winning campaign was less about minutes played and more about moments that mattered. The 32-year-old Japan international, who only started his first Premier League...
Liverpool Trio Stand Tall as England Win European U21 Championship
Elliott crowned best in Europe
England's triumph at the European U21 Championship offered a fitting conclusion to a long and winding campaign, and for three Liverpool players, it was a reminder of their quality and potential. Harvey Elliott, Tyler Morton and Jarell Quansah all played their...
Luis Diaz Future in Doubt as Al Nassr Ready Huge Bid
Interest in Diaz intensifies despite Liverpool’s firm stance
Luis Diaz’s Liverpool future has become one of the most pressing narratives of the transfer window. Despite the club’s efforts to extend his stay at Anfield, fresh reports indicate that the Colombian winger may be edging closer...
Liverpool Line Up Marc Guehi as Summer Spending Approaches £200m
Centre-back target moves to top of shortlist
Liverpool are now shifting their focus to Crystal Palace and England centre-back Marc Guehi, according to a report from The Mirror. The Reds are believed to be preparing for transfer talks within the next 24 hours, as Arne Slot...
Jhon Durán Could Be the Isak Alternative
With Liverpool continuing to rebuild their attacking options under Arne Slot, the dream of landing Alexander Isak lingers — but pragmatism must always exist alongside ambition, as such a deal is riddled with complications. While the Swedish striker remains the club’s top-tier target to replace the Napoli-bound Darwin...
Liverpool’s Calculated Gamble? Gonçalo Ramos Linked Amid PSG Uncertainty
Ramos Under Scrutiny at PSG
As PSG Talk first reported, the future of Gonçalo Ramos in the French capital is anything but certain. Despite a return of 18 goals and six assists across 41 appearances in the 2024–25 season, questions persist. Ramos failed to leave a lasting...
Harvey Elliott’s Rising Stock Brings Transfer Dilemma at Anfield
Harvey Elliott has long been seen as one of Liverpool’s brightest sparks, but his performances at the European Under-21 Championship have ignited far more than admiration. According to The Express, the 22-year-old’s heroics for England in Slovakia may have handed Liverpool a conundrum — and potentially...
Slot’s Blistering Start at Liverpool Leaves Klopp Reflective but Content
New Era, Familiar Success
There’s a sense of history repeating itself at Anfield. Not in imitation, but in evolution. Arne Slot, just 12 months into his Liverpool reign, has delivered what many felt was improbable at the start of the season: a Premier League title. The...
Darwin Nunez and Liverpool: A Split on the Horizon as Napoli Circle
Napoli in the Picture for Nunez Exit
Darwin Nunez has given Napoli the green light to negotiate with Liverpool, and it appears his Anfield journey may be nearing its end. As reported by The Mirror, the 26-year-old has made it clear he sees no...
Young Lions Roar Again as Elliott and Morton Inspire England Glory
Elliott Strikes Early in Bratislava
England's rising stars once again etched their names into European folklore as they clinched another memorable tournament triumph. Harvey Elliott, a key figure in England’s victorious 2023 campaign, wasted no time announcing himself on the big stage in Bratislava. The...
George Sephton: The Steady Voice Behind Anfield’s Soundtrack
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From Kop Kid to Anfield Icon
George Sephton’s journey began like many fans, as a lad on the Kop watching greats like Billy Liddell and Alan A’Court. In 1971, after...
Jarell Quansah to Leverkusen: Liverpool Insert Smart Buy-Back Clause in £35m Deal
Liverpool are set to bid farewell to one of their most promising young defenders, as Jarell Quansah prepares to complete a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the 22-year-old centre-back is expected to undergo his medical in Germany on Monday....
Why Liverpool Should Widen Their Defensive Search Beyond Guehi
Guehi chase signals intent but not certainty
Liverpool’s defensive evolution is taking shape this summer, but it is no secret that the club remains alert to long-term uncertainty. With Ibrahima Konate having already signalled his intention to leave in 2026, and Virgil van Dijk now on the...
Tom Werner Lifts Lid on Wirtz Deal and Liverpool’s Summer Ambition
Margins That Matter in Elite-Level Recruitment
In a transfer market dictated by fine margins and even finer balancing acts, Liverpool’s capture of Florian Wirtz could have gone another way entirely. As chairman Tom Werner admitted in a revealing interview with the Liverpool Echo, the record-breaking...
AC Milan Enquire About Liverpool's Darwin Nunez Amid Napoli Talks
Serie A Giants Circle as Liverpool Await Nunez Resolution
While Liverpool continue to reshape their squad with high-profile arrivals like Jérémie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz, the future of Darwin Nunez is becoming the summer's hottest topic. Italian journalist Matteo Moretto has now revealed that AC Milan...
Klopp Reflects as Liverpool Invest Big in Florian Wirtz
New Era, Familiar Ambition at Anfield
The summer of 2025 has already delivered a statement of intent at Anfield. Liverpool, now managed by Arne Slot, have secured the signing of Florian Wirtz in a deal worth £100 million plus £16 million in add-ons, a record fee for...