Endo for the Derby?
I wrote a piece previewing the upcoming Merseyside Derby this week, where I predicted a line-up that I thought may start the red next Premier League game. Given the South American contingent had returned in good time and the fact that the weekend's game was at Anfield, meant I disregarded any...
Klopp's Relief Meets Recurring Scheduling Frustration
In a recent article by Gregg Evans for The Athletic, the scene was set with Jurgen Klopp's evident relief following Liverpool's victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The win marked a significant moment, breaking a spell of unwelcome outcomes in the 12:30 pm kick-offs. Evans vividly describes the scene:
"Klopp punched the...
The Unseen Brilliance of Brighton's Tactical Approach
In a meticulous breakdown by Andy Jones and Mark Carey from The Athletic, Brighton’s tactical prowess against Liverpool has been brought to the limelight. Andy Jones astutely observed, "Brighton’s growth in recent seasons has been underpinned by their confidence in possession, building play patiently and cleverly." This confidence...
Klopp Can Use the Failure of VAR to Fuel Success at Brighton
After a dramatic, traumatic, and ultimately devastating game of football at the weekend, the Liverpool squad must now regroup and move on from the debacle created by VAR. The ineptitude of the officials on Saturday evening was astounding, yet there could be a...
Liverpool's Tactical Flexibility: The Key to Overcoming Wolves
Klopp's Mid-Game Adjustments Prove Crucial
In a recent article by Gregg Evans of The Athletic, the tactical nuances of Liverpool's recent 3-1 victory over Wolves were dissected. The Reds' performance at Molineux was a tale of two halves, with Jurgen Klopp's side looking disjointed in the first half...
Klopp, Van Dijk, and That Red Card
"Absolutely everything," began Klopp, the man with a thousand games under his belt, as he tried to encapsulate the whirlwind of emotions from the recent match. "In my thousand games I coached, I never had a game like this."
Now, I've seen my fair share of football matches, and...
Under Pressure Podcast
The Under Pressure Podcast, affectionately known as UP, has returned with a bang for the commencement of a fresh Premier League season. Hosted by the astute Dan Kennett, the podcast features a panel of seasoned football analysts including Daniel Rhodes, Simon Brundish, and Phil Barter. Their latest episode dives deep into Liverpool's...