Champions League

Nina Kauser: “You Can’t Say We’re the Best Fans and Then Bring No Atmosphere”

Liverpool v PSG: Attacking Depth, Fan Impact, and Anfield’s Letdown Liverpool’s Champions League exit at the hands of PSG sparked heated discussion on Anfield Index’s Euro Incision Podcast, as Nina Kauser and Guy Drinkel dissected the performance, the club’s attacking limitations, and the disappointing atmosphere at Anfield. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ulveCTZG_8 Liverpool’s Attack Lacked Conviction From the outset, Kauser did not...

Journalist: Liverpool Must Find Midfield Solution Without Mac Allister

Liverpool’s Midfield Anchor: Mac Allister’s Influence and the Drop-Off Without Him When Liverpool took on PSG at Anfield, the margins were fine. Yet, as the game wore on, one key moment stood out—Alexis Mac Allister leaving the pitch. Speaking on the Media Matters podcast for Anfield Index, football journalist David Lynch highlighted just how much...

Dave Hendrick: Why Liverpool Squad Shortcomings Were Exposed in Europe

Liverpool’s Champions League Exit Highlights Summer Transfer Priorities Liverpool’s hopes of a seventh Champions League title were extinguished at Anfield on Wednesday night, as Paris Saint-Germain triumphed in a dramatic penalty shootout. The Reds, who were dominant in the 90 minutes, failed to capitalise on their opportunities, with missed penalties from Darwin Núñez and Curtis...

David Lynch ‘Blown Away’ by Negative Liverpool Fan Reaction

Liverpool Fans and Expectations: A Reality Check from David Lynch Liverpool fans are known for their passion, but with that comes a weight of expectation that can sometimes spiral into negativity. In the latest Media Matters podcast from Anfield Index, football journalist David Lynch sat down with Dave Davis to unpack some of the frustrations...

Champions League Postmortem: Liverpool Fall to PSG on Penalties at Anfield

Liverpool 1 - 0 PSG (1-1 agg) - The Champions League 2nd Leg Postmortem (1-4 pens) The atmosphere in Anfield was loud and intense long before the first whistle, as the Merseyside giants' loyal following looked to intimidate their illustrious French rivals.  Following a stunning rendition of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ by the excited fans...

Curtis Jones responds after penalty miss in Liverpool’s defeat to PSG

Curtis Jones’ Defiant Response After PSG Penalty Miss Liverpool’s Champions League campaign came to a painful end on Tuesday night, falling to Paris Saint-Germain in a dramatic penalty shootout at Anfield. Curtis Jones, who saw his effort from the spot saved, has responded defiantly, refusing to shy away from the moment. Heartbreak at Anfield Liverpool entered the...

Liverpool’s End-of-Season Plans: Can the Australia Friendly Be Beneficial?

Liverpool’s Planned Australia Tour: An Opportunity or Over-Extension? As Liverpool prepare to celebrate what is expected to be their Premier League title win, an unexpected post-season trip to Australia is reportedly in the works. According to The Australian, following the end of the Premier League campaign, the Reds could be flying more than 10,000 miles...

Van Dijk’s Post-Match Meeting with PSG: Apology, Respect and What It Means

Virgil van Dijk’s Apology: A Gesture of Sportsmanship or Tactical Diplomacy? The aftermath of Liverpool’s agonising Champions League elimination at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has been a topic of widespread discussion. Among the various moments of interest, one incident stood out: the post-match interaction between Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and the PSG...

Liverpool’s Champions League Exit to PSG: Video Analysis of What Went Wrong

Liverpool’s Champions League Exit: What Went Wrong Against PSG? Liverpool’s Champions League journey came to an end at the hands of PSG, and while fans might prefer to move on and focus on the upcoming EFL Cup Final against Newcastle, it’s worth taking a moment to analyse what went wrong. As PanenkaLFC put it, “Football...

Van Dijk’s Future: “I still have no idea at the moment. Genuinely, I have no idea.”

Virgil van Dijk’s Liverpool Future: A Waiting Game That Benefits No One Liverpool’s future remains uncertain, not in terms of results, but in leadership. As James Pearce reported in The Athletic, Virgil van Dijk remains non-committal about his future, casting a shadow over Anfield. With 10 games left and silverware within reach, his contract situation...