Mindset, Expectations, and the Weight of Defeat: Liverpool’s Champions League Exit and the Psychological Battle Ahead
Liverpool’s elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain was a gut-wrenching moment for fans and players alike. But beyond the disappointment, how does a defeat like this shape the mentality of the squad and its...
Liverpool, Salah, and Chess: Can Board Games Boost a Footballer's Edge?
In the latest Mind-Field Podcast from Anfield Index, hosts Dr Andrew Vincent and Allen O'Donoghue explored an intriguing question: Can playing chess enhance Mohamed Salah's on-field performance for Liverpool? The discussion covered chess, mental agility, and how transferable skills in sports and games could...
Why Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Trent Alexander-Arnold Should Hold Off on New Liverpool Contracts
In the recent Mind-Field podcast from Anfield Index, Dr. Andrew Vincent offered compelling insights into why Liverpool's key players—Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold—should wait until September before considering new contract signings. His discussion with Allen O'Donoghue...
Liverpool's New Era: Arne Slot and His Vision for the Club
The latest episode of the MindField podcast from Anfield Index Pro featured an insightful discussion between Allen O'Donoghue and Dr. Andrew Vincent. The episode focused on Liverpool's new head coach, Arne Slot, and what his arrival means for the club. Slot's appointment has generated...
Mind-field: Insights from Allen O'Donoghue and Dr. Andrew Vincent on Youth Sports and Parenting
Navigating the Youth Sports Journey: A Parent's Guide
In a fascinating episode of the Mind-field podcast from Anfield Index, host Allen O'Donoghue and guest Dr. Andrew Vincent dive deep into the complexities of parenting in youth sports. This discussion provides invaluable insights...
Analysing Ryan Gravenberch: Insights from Sports Psychology
Understanding the Mindset of a Rising Star
In today's episode of the Mind-Field podcast on Anfield Index, Dr. Andrew Vincent and host Allen O'Donoghue delve into the psychological aspects of football, with a particular focus on Liverpool's young midfielder, Ryan Gravenberch. Their conversation provides valuable insights into the mental...
Mind-Field - Anfield Index's Sports Psychology Podcast with Allen O'Donoghue and Andrew Vincent
In this episode, Allen O'Donoghue and Andrew Vincent discuss Liverpool's midfield changes over the summer and the positive impact this can have on the existing players at the club.
The Transfer Window black hole
Allen: "We lost 90% of our midfield in...
