Hugo Ekitike really finding momentum at Liverpool
Liverpool have endured a season that has rarely flowed as smoothly as their supporters might expect, even under a head coach who delivered the Premier League title in his first year. Questions have lingered around consistency and control, but in the middle of that uncertainty, Ekitike has quietly...
Hugo Ekitike Channels Fernando Torres as Liverpool Smash Newcastle
Liverpool’s emphatic 4–1 win over Newcastle United brought a wave of relief and optimism to Anfield, but it was Hugo Ekitike’s standout performance that stole the headlines. Speaking on Anfield Index’s Late Night Live, Lewis Aspinall offered glowing praise for the French striker, even going as...
Benitez backs Salah ahead of Ronaldo in legends debate
Benitez weighs up football icons
Rafa Benitez has never been shy of an opinion, and this week the Champions League-winning manager sparked debate by choosing Mohamed Salah over Cristiano Ronaldo when asked to compare the two. In conversation with YouTube channel Shoot For Love, the former Liverpool...
Liverpool unveil striking new third kit for 2025-26
Nostalgia in design
Liverpool have unveiled their new third kit for the 2025-26 campaign, a striking sea-green strip that draws heavily on the nostalgia of the 1990s and early 2000s. The colourway is a clear nod to a time when adidas and Liverpool were intertwined with success, with...
Can Hugo Ekitike Finally Fill Liverpool’s No 9 Void?
It has been over a decade since Liverpool had a No 9 that truly embodied the role with consistency, grace and goals. Fernando Torres remains the last of that kind. “The player in red with an illustrious number printed on his back is Fernando Torres,” writes...
Florian Wirtz to Liverpool: Record Deal, Smart Business, and a Glimpse of the Future
Slot's Vision Meets Liverpool Ambition
Liverpool’s record-breaking deal for Florian Wirtz signals not only financial firepower but also tactical clarity under head coach Arne Slot. The Athletic’s detailed report reveals a £100 million base fee with £16 million in add-ons, potentially making...
Tony Evans Column: Slot Leads Liverpool Into a New Phase
This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page:
This is a great time to be a Liverpool fan. After more than 60 years of going to matches, I can say that with confidence. It is not...
Who Could Replace Johnny Heitinga at Liverpool? Five Fascinating Options Explored
As Liverpool prepare for life without Johnny Heitinga, the attention now turns to who might step into the assistant manager role beside Arne Slot. Heitinga, a key part of the backroom team that led Liverpool to a stunning Premier League title in Slot’s first...
Missed Opportunity for Zamora as Liverpool Target Falls Through
Bobby Zamora, the former Fulham man, revealed how a transfer to Liverpool fell apart after he agreed to stay at Craven Cottage. In what could only be described as a cruel twist of fate, Zamora broke his leg just a day after committing to Fulham, missing...
Liverpool Legends Transitioning to Management: A New Era
It has been a phenomenal season for former Liverpool players taking steps into the world of management. The most striking example has been Xabi Alonso, who led Bayer Leverkusen to an outstanding campaign.
Xabi Alonso's Unprecedented Success
Xabi Alonso’s accomplishments at Bayer Leverkusen have been nothing short of remarkable....
