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Tactics Weekly: Klopp’s Tactical Masterclass Destroys Rodgers’ Defence

Danie lRhodes hosts Lee Scott and Hamzah Khalique-Loonat for a double header looking at the two victories over the past week, topics include:Salzburg:Line-ups for both sides, any surprises?Quick combinations and switches of the play in the first halfSalzburg’s pressing was poor, too many gaps behind the initial press leaving space for Liverpool to exploitGoing through the first three goals, and the tactical elements involvedTheir counterattacks gained more quality after Jesse Marsch switched to a 4-3-1-2 diamond shape after thirty minutes Minamino now played as a number ten behind the strikers Klopp brought on Divock Origi and changed to a 4-2-3-1 formation. Mané played on the right, Firmino as the number ten and Salah as a strikerAfter the fourth goal, Salzburg’s intensity decreased and Liverpool were able to control the game with longer possession spells.LeicesterCity:Expected teams from both sides? Shock to see Lovren and Milner?Liverpool dominate, but how did they manage to be so effective?Discussion around the plethora of chances in the first half and the goal Klopp’s side slightly different out of possessionThe impressive James MilnerWhy couldn’t Rodgers do anything about our control of the game?The equaliser from nowhereWas there a bit of panic from the Reds towards the end of the game?Deserved penalty?

AI Under Pressure Podcast: Leicester & Salzburg Double-Header

Gags is away so Darth hosts Si and Rhodesy to discuss 2 fantastic matches. In a packed show the lads focus on * Losing control vs Salzburg * Klopp's tactical masterclass vs Leicester * Elite levels of shot quality All this and more on the AI Under Pressure Podcast.

Rate, Don’t Hate: Liverpool 2 Leicester City 1

It's a very big week for the Reds, as the results fell, and we go a little giddy! While the rhetoric was that Liverpool was lucky (or cheaty) we put the arguments to the cold light of day to see if they stick. Ratings wise, Kay, Guy and Tadiwa talk about: - Milly MOTM - Mane's brilliance - Adam and Andy go off!

Post Match RAW: LEICESTER OUTFOXED

On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Hari Sethi and Karl Matchett reflect on a dominant Liverpool performance which will see them go into the international fortnight at least 5 points clear of their nearest rivals on the back of a 2-1 home win over Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester City. On a dramatic afternoon, Leicester provided a stern defensive barrier, which Jürgen Klopp’s wasteful Reds breached with regularity, whilst conceding only a solitary (and successful) shot on goal over the 90. As ever, the performances and key moments are analyzed and there is appropriate reveling in the injury time VAR-checked penalty by James Milner. Lovely stuff.

AI PRO + Preview: Leicester Preview

GD is GT-less this week as Gags is busy so Guy is joined by Eddie Gibbs to go through Klopp's press conference from this afternoon ahead of this weekends game against Leicester. They go through a variety of topics as Klopp was asked about Brendan coming back to Anfield for the first time, Leicester breaking into the top four, and a quite strong response to a certain Salzburg video. They also give some stats, their lineups and predictions for the game.

Rival Recon: Leicester City Preview

On this week’s edition of Rival Recon, Hari Sethi welcomes on lifelong Foxes fan Jim Knight to discuss Saturday’s clash with Leicester as Brendan Rodgers returns to Anfield. - Rodgers returns to Anfield - Rodgers’ impact on Leicester’s young talents - Can Leicester finish Top Four All this and more on #RivalRecon

Euro Incision Podcast – Liverpool v RB Salzburg Review with Tom Middler

Nina is joined by The Other Bundesliga host Tom Middler to discuss Liverpool's enthralling 4-3 win over RB Salzburg. Tom shares his insight on the Austrian champions and the pair discuss the team selection, tactics and key players for both teams. Tom also goes into detail about how Salzburg's tactics changed and how that impacted the performance. Tom also highlights the key players to watch as potential signings for Klopp. All this and more in this episode of Euro Incision.  

A-Eye Scouted: Leicester

In this episode, Dave and Karl preview the upcoming Premier League game as the Reds welcome Leicester to Anfield. They discuss the fixture in detail as the impressive Leicester team is knocking on the door of European football. They also talk about the welcome Brendan Rodgers should get upon his first return to Anfield since being sacked. They also plan some weekend football viewing with games from across the world.

Post Match RAW: NEEDLESSLY TENSE

On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Dave Hendrick and Hari Sethi reflect on a very Jekyll and Hyde performance by the Reds which saw them imperiously romp to a three nil lead before losing impetus and concentration and eventually edging a tense encounter with RB Salzburg by the odd goal in seven. As ever, the lads pick apart the match in forensic detail and analyse the performances, tactics and opposition.

Tactics Weekly: Where Does Wilder Sit on The Steve Bruce Managerial Spectrum?

Daniel Rhodes hosts Lee Scott to discuss the hard fought victory over Sheffield United, topics include:Has Klopp now settled on a first team? And is this it? Wilder’s tactical set-up and what he wanted his team to do within the formation.  The Blades restrict Liverpool for the first 30 minutes, with what seemed like relative ease.It was after the 32nd minute that the Reds created two big chances before the end of the first half. Was this a consequence of the tactics or individual ability.Were many of the away side’s problems because of the lack of cover behind Alexander-Arnold?The marauding centre-backs towards the end of the game.How did the substitutions influence the game, from both teams?Brief Champions League preview of the RB Salzberg game.