football tactics

Man of the Match: Salah’s Brilliance Not Enough for Reds

Everton 2 - 2 Liverpool - Premier League Man of the Match Mohamed Salah This game was embroiled in emotion and celebration as Goodison Park played host to its final-ever Merseyside Derby. Within a chaotic footballing spectacle, this occasion represented a game that is synonymous with the beautiful game and the local encounter was always going...

Everton 2-2 Liverpool: Player Ratings From the Final Goodison Derby

Everton 2 - 2 Liverpool - Premier League Player Ratings The final Merseyside Derby ever to be played at Goodison Park was undertaken within a historical stadium full of cheer and excitement. The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below. https://twitter.com/anfieldedition/status/1889782921059246383?s=46 Alisson Becker - 7.0 The world-class Brazilian stopper was unable to get down quick enough to avert the...

Arne Slot Reacts to Liverpool’s ‘Special’ Victory Over Tottenham Hotspur

Liverpool's Tactical Masterclass Secures Carabao Cup Final Berth Under Arne Slot In a riveting display of tactical prowess, Liverpool manager Arne Slot articulated his delight and forward-thinking perspective following a resounding 4-0 triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. This victory not only secured Liverpool a spot in the upcoming Carabao Cup final but also showcased Slot's effective...

“We Need the Flexibility” – Analysing the Role of Luis Diaz in Arne Slot’s Liverpool System

Luis Díaz’s Role Under Arne Slot and the Number Nine Debate at Liverpool Liverpool’s tactical evolution under Arne Slot is beginning to take shape, and one of the most intriguing aspects of this transition is how Luis Díaz fits into the system. As Guy Drinkel discussed on The Daily Red podcast from Anfield Index, the...

Video Analysis: Van Dijk’s Impact on Liverpool’s High Line and Pressing Game

Why Liverpool Cannot Afford to Lose Virgil van Dijk Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is irreplaceable. That’s not just opinion; it’s fact. As the Panenka LFC podcast recently outlined in their discussion, the Dutch defender remains the backbone of Liverpool’s system under Arne Slot. Yet, with his contract winding down, uncertainty looms. If the club...

Liverpool’s world-class shot-stopper is showing his best form again

Alisson’s Return to His Best Is Exactly What Liverpool Need Alisson Becker has long been regarded as one of the finest goalkeepers in world football, but recent performances suggest he is back at the very peak of his powers. The Stat Me Up podcast on Anfield Index, featuring Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter, explored...

Why Liverpool’s top scorer remains a level above the competition

Salah’s Numbers Show Why Liverpool’s Star Remains a Cut Above Mohamed Salah has been the heartbeat of Liverpool’s attack for years, but even now, his numbers continue to astonish. The Egyptian forward delivered another game-changing performance in Liverpool’s recent victory, and as highlighted by Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter on the Stat Me Up...

Report: Spurs defence in crisis ahead of tough test at Anfield

Spurs’ Makeshift Backline Faces a Tough Test: Can They Take Their Chances? Tottenham Hotspur's season has been a rollercoaster, full of attacking promise but undermined by a backline that has struggled to keep opposition chances at bay. As the Stat Me Up podcast on Anfield Index pointed out, Spurs “still conceded 20 shots” in their...

“I’m Not his Biggest Fan” – Jamie Carragher Slams Three-Goal Liverpool Star

Jamie Carragher's Take on Dominik Szoboszlai: A Closer Look In recent comments on Sky Sports, Jamie Carragher expressed his views on Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, sparking quite a debate among fans and pundits alike. The former Liverpool defender and current analyst is known for his incisive and straightforward football insights, and his latest take on...

Confirmed: Liverpool Forward Completes Loan Move to EFL Championship Side

Liverpool Forward Completes Loan Move to Portsmouth In an eleventh-hour deal that caught many by surprise, Liverpool winger Kaide Gordon has been loaned out to Portsmouth until the end of the season. This move comes as part of a broader strategy by Liverpool, now under the leadership of Arne Slot, to provide their young talents...