Andy Robertson

Robertson’s New Role in Klopp’s Liverpool Formation

Andy Robertson: An Adaptable Red in Liverpool's Evolving Formation In the grand theatre of football that is Anfield, Andy Robertson has confidently tackled a new role within Liverpool FC's tactical ensemble, shaped by the innovative mind of Jurgen Klopp. The Adaptation of Andy Robertson Liverpool's return to their exhilarating form has been catalysed by Klopp's strategic restructuring...

Tsimikas: Robertson Challenge Won’t Force Liverpool Exit

The Liverpool Left-Back Conundrum: Kostas Tsimikas Talks Transfers and Rivalry with Andy Robertson Liverpool's depth chart at left-back features two talented defenders in Kostas Tsimikas and Andy Robertson. A recent report from Greek publication Gazzetta sparked speculation over Tsimikas' future at Anfield, with Andy Robertson seen as the main impediment to more playing time. The...

Dave Hendrick: If Klopp wants to stick with this shape, he might need a new left back

Over the last couple of games, we have seen quite a significant change in the shape Liverpool are taking up when in possession and it has led to some unusually high possession numbers for the Reds. They had 74% of the ball against Leeds, and 82% against Nottingham Forest, as they racked up back-to-back...

We Need to Sell Players Like Kostas & Take Money Off Others Again…

In the early stages of Jurgen Klopp’s reign, Michaels Edwards was able to pull off some amazing robberies. Players that sat firmly on the fringes of the Liverpool first team were directed towards clubs that were desperate to part with their money. The strategy and recruitment side of the club was almost flawless, with...

Manchester City 4 – 1 Liverpool – PL Player Ratings

Manchester City 4 - 1 Liverpool - PL Player Ratings Alisson Becker - 5.0 An unsure day of goalkeeping for the giant Brazilian, though he was once again let down by a plethora of inept players ahead of him. He remains the reds best player this season. Trent Alexander Arnold - 3.0 A poor defensive showing, with so...

Trent Assisting: Hopefully The Re-Birth Continues

It’s not been the easiest of seasons for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Often singled out unfairly as the major issue in Liverpool’s defensive line, the West Derby born player has seen his and his team-mates performances and desire questioned on a number of occasions. On the back of Liverpool’s victory against Newcastle on Saturday, there’s a...

Liverpool 1 – 1 Crystal Palace – The Player Ratings

Liverpool 1 - 1 Crystal Palace - The Player Ratings Alisson Becker - 6.5 Came in for some flak last week. He could do nothing for the opening goal, and was superb in denying Zaha shortly thereafter in a one on one. Had little to do, in another frustration filled game. Trent Alexander-Arnold - 6.5 A rare poor...

Footballs Of Steel

The past weekend saw a remarkable run of results continue, as Liverpool saw off Newcastle at St James' Park. The Reds are in the midst of a battle across three remaining fronts, with Villarreal dispatched after a minor scare in midweek. Earlier in the year I wrote a piece named ‘Rotation, Rotation, Rotation’, as the...

Newcastle 0 – 1 Liverpool – The Player Ratings

Alisson Becker - 7.5 The nervy situations were inevitable, but this man dealt with such moments like the worlds greatest keeper should. The chances for Newcastle were limited, but everything was smothered by the giant Brazilian. Joe Gomez - 8.5 Effort and tenacity in abundance. He was up and down the line constantly, and looks like...

Liverpool 2 – 0 Villarreal – The Player Ratings

Alisson Becker - 7.5 The monster keeper was a certain starter, but he was a virtual spectator through the first half. Concentration (and whether to grab a snack from the crowd) was all he had to do, before a poor Villarreal corner on 73 minutes. Trent Alexander-Arnold - 9.0 After a tricky derby, he was tasked with...