Liverpool Favoured for Man City Showdown as OPTA Data Shapes Expectations
Liverpool head into their latest Premier League clash with Manchester City carrying the weight of expectation — and, crucially, the backing of data. According to OPTA’s predictive model, the Reds enter Sunday’s meeting at Anfield as narrow favourites, despite an up-and-down campaign that has...
Liverpool's Potential Move for Nico Schlotterbeck: Could 2026 Bring a Bargain?
With Liverpool’s recent Premier League triumph under manager Arne Slot in the 2024/25 season, the club’s ambitions for strengthening their squad continue to be high. A key position that may see reinforcement is centre-back, with Nico Schlotterbeck, the Borussia Dortmund defender, emerging as a...
Liverpool's Defensive Woes: A Deep Dive into Arne Slot's Challenges
Arne Slot's first season at Liverpool, which saw the club lift the Premier League title, felt like a statement of intent. However, the defence has been far from the dominant force it once was, and the title defence has quickly spiralled into a disaster. After...
Liverpool v Man Utd: Key Stats and Storylines Ahead of the Anfield Clash
As Liverpool prepare to welcome Manchester United back to Anfield, the fixture remains one of English football’s defining rivalries. Beyond the intensity, however, the numbers tell a fascinating story — one that highlights Liverpool’s dominance in recent years and the challenges facing...
Liverpool’s Midfield Puzzle: Cherki, Rovella and Bajcetic Under the Microscope
Cherki’s Creativity
In the latest episode of Transfer Market Metrics by Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter delved deep into the data behind three midfield prospects who could shape—or shake—Liverpool’s midfield future. While Arne Slot now commands the technical area at Anfield, this forensic...
The Transfer Show Special: "All Stats Say Tsimikas Is One to Keep, Not Robbo" - Davis
Data vs. Devotion – The Tsimikas Case
In the latest episode of The Transfer Show on Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Trev Downey engage in a hard-nosed discussion on Liverpool’s left-back situation, putting cold statistics ahead of sentiment. It might...
Liverpool’s Worrying Form and Defensive Struggles Analysed
Liverpool's recent performances have raised concerns among supporters and analysts alike. In a recent episode of The Media Matters Podcast on Anfield Index, host Dave Davis and journalist David Lynch delved into the team's worrying form.
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Defensive Vulnerabilities
The discussion began with an analysis of Liverpool's defensive issues. Lynch highlighted...
Mohamed Salah: Liverpool’s Relentless Force
Liverpool’s charge at the top of the Premier League table has been driven by a relentless attack, and at the heart of it all stands Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian forward is in the midst of a staggering season, setting records and proving, yet again, why he is among the greatest...
Liverpool’s Champions League Challenge: Breaking Down PSG’s Strengths and Weaknesses
As Liverpool prepare for a high-stakes Champions League clash with PSG, the latest episode of Stat Me Up on Anfield Index provided a deep statistical dive into the threats posed by the Parisian giants. Hosted by Dave Davis and featuring analysis from Phil Barter, the...
Liverpool Have All But Wrapped Up the Premier League Title
Liverpool Take Charge in Premier League Title Race
Liverpool’s jubilant supporters didn’t wait for the final whistle at the Etihad Stadium to declare what is now inevitable. With just over a minute left on the clock, their voices rang through the air, cutting through the silence...
