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“Frankly pathetic” – ex-Referee Hackett Slams VAR Decision Not To Award Penalty Against Liverpool

VAR Controversy: Did Liverpool Get Away with One? Former referee Keith Hackett believes Liverpool were fortunate to escape a penalty in their victory over Crystal Palace. In a recent article for The Telegraph, Hackett argued that Virgil van Dijk's clear pull on Marc Guehi should have resulted in a spot-kick for the Eagles. Despite the incident...

“Maximising Key Moments” – Looking Ahead to Liverpool’s Crunch Fixtures

Liverpool’s Journey Under Arne Slot: Maximising Moments with Mohamed Salah Liverpool are undergoing a transitional phase under the management of Arne Slot, the Dutchman who replaced Jürgen Klopp in May 2024. As Allen O'Donoghue and Dr Andrew Vincent discussed in the recent episode of The Mind-Field Podcast from Anfield Index, Slot’s focus has been on...

Gravenberch: “I impress myself a little bit” as he thrives in deeper midfield role

Ryan Gravenberch: The Quiet Revolution in Liverpool’s Midfield Ryan Gravenberch’s recent interview with Liverpool FC’s official website offers fans an insightful look into the midfielder’s evolving role at the club under Arne Slot. His comments about his switch from a more attacking position to a deeper midfield role are particularly interesting, especially considering his impressive...

“Liverpool Should Win” – Jan Molby Previews Liverpool’s Premier League Clash with Crystal Palace

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace: Jan Molby’s Thoughts on the Upcoming Clash In a recent Molby on the Spot podcast episode hosted by Trev Downey on Anfield Index, Liverpool legend Jan Molby shared his insightful predictions ahead of the much-anticipated fixture between Liverpool and Crystal Palace. Speaking about Liverpool’s current form under new manager Arne Slot,...

“I Can’t See It” – Jan Molby Makes Bold Ryan Gravenberch Claim as Liverpool Star Continues to Impress

Liverpool’s Tactical Evolution Under Arne Slot: Jan Molby Discusses the Future Liverpool have embarked on a new chapter under Arne Slot, and the initial signs have been promising. With eight wins in nine games, Slot's reign has been statistically the most successful start for any Liverpool manager. However, as football legend Jan Molby discusses on...

“Best Player on the Pitch!” – ‘Phenomenal’ Liverpool Star Gives Brilliant Response to Recent Criticism

Liverpool Triumph Over Bologna in Champions League Group Stage In an exciting UEFA Champions League group stage match, Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Bologna at Anfield, extending their excellent European form under new manager Arne Slot. With the team's lineup relatively predictable, except for a few tweaks, the game was a chance to witness...

Report: Madrid in Talks with Defender Over Potential 2025 Signing

Real Madrid’s Eyes on Liverpool’s Star: Could Alexander-Arnold Make the Move? Real Madrid are once again making headlines in their pursuit of top talent, and this time their sights are set on Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Spanish giants, fresh off reinforcing their left-back position with Alphonso Davies, are now looking to strengthen the right side...

Liverpool 2-0 Bologna: Arne Slot and Mo Salah Enjoy Record-Breaking Nights in Champions League Victory

Liverpool Edge Bologna 2-0: Champions League Campaign on Track In their latest UEFA Champions League fixture, Liverpool emerged victorious with a confident 2-0 win over Bologna, moving ever closer to securing their place in the top eight. Arne Slot's men, having collected six points from two games, displayed moments of brilliance despite some areas for...

‘Winning helps’ – How Klopp’s leadership revolutionised Liverpool FC and Beyond

The Transformer Effect: How Jurgen Klopp Revolutionised Liverpool In a special episode of the Pro Plus podcast on Anfield Index, Neil Atkinson of The Anfield Wrap sat down with Eddie Gibbs from Anfield Index to discuss Neil's latest book Transformer: Klopp, the Revolution of a Club and Culture. This in-depth discussion about Klopp's time at Liverpool...

Report: Klopp Dismisses Talk of Germany Job Amid Speculation

Klopp Rules Out Germany Job Amid Speculation Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has once again made his position clear regarding any potential role with the German national team. After his departure from Liverpool at the end of the 2023-24 Premier League season, speculation has swirled around his next move, particularly regarding the managerial vacancy for...