football analytics

Gomez Rebirth: Best Surprise of The Season

Every Position Across The Back Line Well no-one really saw this coming. In the ever-unpredictable nature of Liverpool’s season, the resurgence of Joe Gomez has been a development in the script Liverpool fans could only have dreamt of after last season's tribulations. The 23/24 campaign has seen Gomez not just return to form, but also...

If Man City Were to Be Relegated, Who Could LFC Target…

Manchester City's Charges and Liverpool's Perspective There is an entertaining discussion and a stream of propaganda surrounding what may happen to Manchester City, given the extraordinary 115 charges that were levelled against them in February of this year. The recent 10-point deduction handed to Everton, Liverpool's Merseyside neighbours, has made the topic of Manchester City's...

Hendrick: How Szoboszlai is Reshaping Liverpool’s Midfield

Analysing Dominik Szoboszlai's Liverpool Impact   Dominik Szoboszlai's Remarkable Journey to Liverpool Liverpool’s Summer addition, Dominik Szoboszlai, has been a revelation for the club and his national team, Hungary. Dave Hendrick, on the Daily Red podcast from Anfield Index, hailed Szoboszlai's influence, stating, “Dominik is single-handedly leading the Hungary team to the Euros, he has that X...

Firmino’s Al-Ahli Future in Doubt After Six Months

Roberto Firmino: Future Uncertain at Al-Ahli Roberto Firmino's tenure with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli could be drawing to a close merely six months after the Brazilian striker's arrival. The former Liverpool forward, who made a free transfer in the summer, may find himself at the center of transfer speculations come January. Firmino's Short Stint in...

Discover Football’s Offensive Powerhouses with xT Analysis

Dissecting the Relationship Between xT and Expected Goals Football analytics has significantly evolved over the past decade, bringing to the forefront a plethora of metrics designed to provide a deeper understanding of a team's performance. Among these, Expected Goals (xG) and Expected Threat (xT) have emerged as two of the most insightful metrics. A recent...

From Envy of Europe to Transfer Turmoil: Liverpool’s Journey

The Golden Age of Transfers: Remembering the Glory Days Ah, Liverpool. Once the shining beacon of transfer sagacity, now seemingly stumbling in the dark, searching for the light switch. It's like watching your grandad try to use a smartphone. "Remember when we were the envy of Europe?" I hear the nostalgic Reds fans whisper. Ah yes,...