Anfield Index

The trio analyse Liverpool’s standout individual performances in the West Ham victory, starting with the physical data that revealed a slow, low-intensity match. With less pressure on the ball, Florian Wirtz produced his most composed Premier League display, and the panel explore how touch maps, expected passing and xG build-up highlight his growing influence. Si and Hamzah explain why structure and tempo are key to unlocking Wirtz consistently. Attention then turns to Alexander Isak, whose first-half struggles contrasted sharply with a stunning match-winning finish. The group debate his fitness, movement, sharpness and his resemblance to classic penalty-box strikers like Fowler and Lineker. A sharp and honest look at two players who could define Liverpool’s direction this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The focus shifts to Liverpool’s much-needed reset at West Ham, where selection choices, structure and pragmatism delivered a vital clean sheet. Hamzah explains the decision to rest Salah, why Szoboszlai moved wide, and how Joe Gomez returned despite ongoing knee injections. Si gives a detailed sports-science breakdown of Gomez’s tendon issues, load management, and why the defender cannot play every match. The discussion moves into Liverpool’s unusual gameplan, with a reduced press, compact shape and a deliberate attempt to limit long-ball chaos. Dan rounds things off with the match metrics, revealing how Liverpool controlled the game despite its strange rhythm. A smart, tactical deep dive into a win built on survival rather than style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool’s 4-1 collapse against Eindhoven is pulled apart from every angle as Dan, Si and Hamzah revisit a night defined by pressure, tension and unthinkable errors. Si gives a vivid account from inside the ground, detailing the unsettled atmosphere, security delays, swirling wind and PSV’s overwhelming support. The panel examine Virgil van Dijk’s early penalty, Curtis Jones’ misjudged chip, and Canate’s inexplicable mis-clearance through the lens of psychology and match pressure. Despite the chaos, Liverpool still created big chances, and the trio break down how the first half performance actually stabilised. A revealing and honest look at how mentality shapes matches at elite level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of the Red Room, Grizz Khan is joined by Cav, Lewis, and Mo to discuss Liverpool's upcoming clash with Sunderland, who have really impressed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices