football tactics

Liverpool captain warns defence must improve to protect title hopes

Van Dijk highlights defensive lapses after Wembley setback Liverpool’s preparations for the new campaign suffered an early jolt as they fell short in the Community Shield against Crystal Palace, losing on penalties after twice surrendering the lead at Wembley. While the afternoon brought goals from recent arrivals, concerns emerged over the defensive solidity that once defined...

David Lynch’s Four Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s Defeat to Crystal Palace

David Lynch Reacts to Liverpool's FA Community Shield Defeat to Crystal Palace Liverpool’s Community Shield match against Crystal Palace ended in disappointment, with the Eagles emerging victorious in a 3-2 penalty shootout win after a 2-2 draw in normal time. While the result was not what fans had hoped for, this match offered valuable insights...

Liverpool Could Move to Sign Perfect Luis Diaz Replacement – Opinion

Why Liverpool Should Target Rodrygo if Luis Díaz Leaves Liverpool are riding high under Arne Slot after winning the Premier League and adding top signings like Florian Wirtz, Giorgi Mamardashvili and Jeremie Frimpong. But with Bayern Munich and Barcelona pushing hard for Luis Díaz, a big decision may be on the horizon. If a £70...

Bob Paisley: Liverpool’s Quiet Man Who Shaped a Dynasty

Bob Paisley: The Quiet Genius Behind Liverpool’s Greatest Era This is an abridged version; the full article is available free on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: From Boot Room to Brilliance Bob Paisley never set out to become a football legend. When Bill Shankly stepped down in 1974, the club turned to Paisley, a loyal...

‘Electric’ Milos Kerkez will Redefine Liverpool’s Left-Side with £45m Deal Imminent

Why Milos Kerkez Could Be a Game-Changer for Liverpool As Liverpool gear up to defend their Premier League title under Arne Slot, the club are making clear statements in the transfer market. One such statement is the imminent £45 million signing of Milos Kerkez. At just 21 years old, the Hungarian left-back already has Premier...

From Doubt to Dominance: Gravenberch’s Liverpool Revival Explained

Gravenberch’s Rise: Slot’s Gamble Turns Into Liverpool’s Midfield Masterstroke From Doubts to Dominance When Liverpool appointed Arne Slot as manager to succeed Jürgen Klopp in May 2024, few expected Ryan Gravenberch to become one of the club’s standout stars. A player with pedigree but one who had drifted on the periphery under Klopp, the Dutchman has...

Milos Kerkez to Liverpool: What His Arrival Could Mean for the Left Flank

Milos Kerkez: The Future of Liverpool's Left Flank In recent months, Liverpool FC's pursuit of Milos Kerkez has been one of the most talked-about transfer targets. With the Reds seeking a modern, energetic fullback to bolster their left side, Kerkez, the 21-year-old left-back currently playing for Bournemouth, has emerged as a potential long-term solution. In...

Florian Wirtz: The £100m Talent Who Could Change Liverpool’s Future

Florian Wirtz to Liverpool: A Calculated Gamble or Generation-Defining Coup? Wirtz’s Arrival Symbolises More Than Just a Big Fee There is something poetic, almost cinematic, about the moment Florian Wirtz nodded in response to a question lobbed at him in a Munich mixed zone. Whether it was confirmation, politeness or simple miscomprehension, the effect was seismic....

How Kerkez Can Address Robertson’s Decline and Strengthen Liverpool’s Left

Milos Kerkez To Liverpool: The Left-Back Revolution That Cannot Come Soon Enough Urgency at Left-Back Has Been Ignored for Too Long For far too long, one of the most pressing issues in Liverpool's setup has gone largely unaddressed. Andy Robertson, once the dynamo of Liverpool’s left flank, has gradually seen his output decline. It’s a tough...

Report: Liverpool turn down €60m La Liga star deal

Liverpool Halt Pursuit of Real Sociedad Starlet Takefusa Kubo Liverpool's recent decision to pull back from pursuing Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo has certainly raised a few eyebrows among supporters. According to a recent report from Fichajes, the Reds had initial contacts regarding the potential €60 million transfer but ultimately decided that the Japanese international...