On the latest episode of RAW, host Trev Downey is joined by AI stalwart and RAW debutant, Justin Wells, and his usual compadre, Hari Sethi, and the lads pick apart the highly engaging 1-1 draw achieved in dramatic circumstances at Stamford Bridge, thanks to the late introduction of Daniel Sturridge.
As ever, there’s analysis of the many major talking points of the match and a focus on the individual contributions of Jürgen Klopp’s Reds, with some particular praise for the glorious defensive platform of Alisson, Van Dijk and Gomez, the dynamism and creativity of Andy Robertson and, of course, the magical left foot of the hero-of-the-hour, Danny Sturridge.
There's no time to dwell on the Cup exit to Chelsea, with the same opponent awaiting at Stamford Bridge in a top of the table Premier League clash. Eddie Gibbs and Gags Tandon look at the key points from Jurgen Klopp's press conference at Melwood.
- Extra determination after cup loss?
- VVD set to miss out with injury?
- Shaqiri Shaqiri
- Key Chelsea Stats
- Predictions & Expected Lineups
- AI:PRO Highlights
Get all of this and more on the latest Pro + Preview podcast.
On A-Eye Scouted this week Dave is joined by Karl Matchett for a slightly different type of scouting. In this episode, they take a look at Liverpool's next opponents: Chelsea and look at their strengths and weaknesses. They also look at which players could hurt Liverpool the most from the Londoners as they beat Liverpool earlier in the week! Dave also has a quick chat about that first game where Liverpool went out of the Carabao Cup. All this and more on A-Eye Scouted.
On this episode of RAW, Trev Downey is joined by Greig Hopcroft and Mo Chatra to dissect the disappointing exit from the Carabao Cup at the first hurdle.
Chelsea scored two late goals to turn the tie on its head and the lads analyze the various talking points of the match, from the much-changed line-ups to the controversial VAR involvement.
As ever, the individual performances of Jürgen Klopp’s Reds are assessed and Mo and Greig struggle manfully, but in vain, to make Trev care that Liverpool are out of this competition.
On the latest Molby On The Spot, Trev Downey and Reds legend Jan Molby tackle a range of topics. From the strength-in-depth of the squad to the individual performances of Joel Matip, Xherdan Shaqiri and Gini Wijnaldum and from the massive influence of Jürgen Klopp on the club’s culture to the new-found calmness fans can feel ahead of huge games. There’s also the usual array of relevant anecdotes from Jan’s storied past, an assessment of the most recent Liverpool performance and a look ahead to the upcoming matches, as well as a light-hearted reflection on the recent FIFA awards. As ever, it’s a packed show, full of insight from Big Jan.
A special doubleheader edition of The AI Under Pressure Podcast, another appearance by the A-Team; Gags Tandon, Dan Kennett, Simon Brundish and Dan Rhodes. They look at the numbers from another two wins against PSG and Southampton! They discuss:
xG analysis for both games
Tactical set up vs PSG and how the pressing was different
A look at the inclusion of Shaqiri vs Southampton
All this and more on the AI Under Pressure Podcast.
Daniel Rhodes hosts Paul Dalglish and Gavin Jones to pick apart the Reds' two victories over Southampton & PSG, topics include:
- Klopp's decision to switch the system for Shaqiri versus Southampton, and how he influenced our defending in transition.
- Salah as the striker and how the other three worked to create space for him.
- Fan perceptions of on ball and off ball performances.
- Run through of the goals and Liverpool's ability on set pieces this season.
- The midfield in the PSG game and the intensity is shown by all three who seem to know the system better than anyone else.
- Educated risks from both managers and the bravery for Liverpool's full-backs to continue forward even when they were leaving Neymar and Mbappe behind them.
- Anfield expecting a winning goal even after PSG equalised
- A brief look ahead at the Chelsea doubleheader and potential line-ups
All this and more on Tactics Weekly!
A strange game in which LFC cruised but didn't really play that well; Klopp was forced into a substitute at halftime. To discuss, we had AI writer Olli substitute for Adam, who couldn't make it, to talk with Kay and Tom. Some highlights:
- Hendo gaining ground?
- Bobby on the beat?
- Shaq MOTM?
All this and more on the Rate, Don't Hate podcast on AI:PRO, feedback and suggestions to improve appreciated!
Sir Kenny Dalglish is back for his weekly show on Anfield Index Pro as 'The King & AI' returns with Paul Dalglish and Eddie Gibbs.
As the Reds end the weekend as the only team with a 100% Premier League record, Sir Kenny looks back on the wins over PSG and Southampton. The guys also talk Mo Salah, League Cup and look ahead to next weeks' key match at Stamford Bridge.
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On the latest episode of RAW, Trev Downey is joined by Mo Chatra and Jim Boardman to reflect on a comprehensive 3-0 Liverpool home win over Southampton in the Premier League.
The lads discuss the major incidents, including the controversial half-time substitution of Xherdan Shaqiri and the injury to Virgil van Dijk but, as usual, there is also a detailed breakdown of the match and a close look at the performances of The Reds, with Shaqiri, Matip, the full backs, and two of the three substitutes - James Milner and Joe Gomez - coming in for particular praise.
