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Manchester City 1 – 1 Liverpool – The Postmortem 

Crucial Point for the Reds This was a very important contest, one which saw the Premier League’s two outstanding sides going head-to-head on match week thirteen. The international break (in the fortnight prior) had seen Everton receive a ten-point deduction for their single charge, which of course sent the entire football reporting world into a...

Dave Davis: “Trent’s Goal Was Sensational”

An Analysis of Liverpool and Man City's Premier League Showdown: Insights from Dave Davis Liverpool's recent Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium was nothing short of a nail-biter. According to Dave Davis from Anfield Index, Liverpool's ability to secure a point against a formidable Manchester City team, who had a stunning...

RAW Podcast: Liverpool’s Steady Hold at Etihad

Resilience and Grit: Liverpool's Draw at the Etihad - An In-Depth Analysis Premier League Showdown: Manchester City vs Liverpool Stalemate in Manchester In the much-anticipated Premier League clash between Manchester City and Liverpool, fans witnessed a game that was a testament to tactical acumen and resilience. Analysed in detail on the Anfield Index's Post-Match RAW Podcast by...

Liverpool’s Battle at the Etihad: Analysing the Key Stats

Statistical Analysis by Anfield Index In a game where control is paramount, Manchester City demonstrated a masterclass in possession against Liverpool, with data from Futmob and Opta revealing a dominant 60% control of the ball. This significant share of possession is a hallmark of City's playstyle, reflecting their philosophy of dictating the game's pace and...

Football Legends: Managerial Insight vs Punditry

Imagining Managers XI vs Pundits XI with Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett The Ultimate Football Debate Football enthusiasts have long debated the prowess of managers versus pundits. In a captivating discussion on Anfield Index, Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett delve into this fascinating topic, exploring a hypothetical clash between a "Managers XI" and a "Pundits XI."...

Klopp’s Strategy Analysed: Man City vs Liverpool

Analysing Jurgen Klopp's Man City Press Conference Insights from Dave Davis on Klopp's Strategy Dave Davis from Anfield Index offered a comprehensive analysis of Jurgen Klopp's recent press conference, shedding light on Liverpool's preparation for their much-anticipated clash with Manchester City. Here, we delve into the key points and direct quotes from Davis's analysis, highlighting the...

Hendrick: “Cause Man City Problems on the Counterattack”

Insights from Dave Hendrick on Anfield Index As Liverpool gears up for their Premier League encounter with Manchester City, the team's preparation comes into sharp focus. Dave Hendrick, in his analysis on Anfield Index, notes the return of key players - Konate, Gravenberch, and Jones - to training. This boosts Liverpool’s chances, especially with their...

LFC’s Mid-Season Transfer Strategy with Davis and Downey

Delving Into Liverpool's Transfer Dynamics: Dave Davis and Trev Downey Mo Salah's Transfer Rumours: Clarity Amidst Speculation Dave Davis and Trev Downey kick off their discussion by addressing the swirling rumors about Mohamed Salah's potential transfer. They bring clarity to the situation, with Davis emphasising: "No chance... Mo Salah isn't going anywhere in January. God knows why...

Scouser Tommies: “Darwin has clocked up nearly 14,475 km in travel.”

Jim Boardman and Jay Reid are back as another international break comes to and end, hoping the Reds players are all back from it in time for the early kick-off against Manchester’s other team. With plenty of shifts put in by Liverpool players for their countries, some of those countries even appreciating their efforts rather...

Jan Molby Discusses Everton Woes, Liverpool-City Duel

Jan Molby's In-Depth Take on Everton's Woes and the Crucial Manchester City vs Liverpool Showdown Everton's Troubled Waters Jan Molby provided a candid assessment of Everton's current struggles. Reflecting on their points deduction and ownership problems, he expressed a blunt view: "Everton haven't been naive with the books; they've been stupid, ignorant." This observation by Molby underscores the...