What xG Can’t Tell You
Liverpool’s 3-0 victory over Brentford last weekend was a travesty. Or at least it was if you choose to live and die by expected goals as your means of adjudication, with FBRef deeming it the joint-sixth most unjust result in the 2023/24 Premier League. Still, at least it wasn’t Aston...
Tony Evans’ Weekly Anfield Index Column
Ah, the Anfield atmosphere. There’s always someone complaining about it.
Locals don’t sing. Daytrippers don’t know the songs. Everyone’s always pointing the finger at each other.
In the aftermath of the Brentford game, I stumbled upon the usual sort of argument on social media. I should stop looking.
The relatively straightforward victory...
Fatigue Index: 1230 Kick-Off Analysis
Simon is joined by Jordan Tyrer to discuss Liverpool's upcoming schedule with the Reds playing at 12:30 numerous times in the coming weeks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP3F0TaXdnA&t=6s
Battling Fatigue: The Impact of 12:30 Kick-offs on Klopp's Rotation Strategy
In the world of football, the scheduling of matches post-international break has long been a topic of debate....
Liverpool's Midfield Reinforcement: Eyeing Genoa's Rising Star
Genoa's Gem in Liverpool's Sight
Liverpool's keen eye for emerging talent has once again made headlines, this time focusing on 22-year-old Danish midfielder Morten Frendrup from Genoa according to Get Italian Football News. Since joining the Italian club in early 2022, Frendrup has impressed with his solid midfield performances,...
Liverpool's Squad on International Duty: An In-Depth Look
Liverpool's start to the Premier League season pauses as the international break takes center stage, with several key players joining their national teams. This period offers a unique opportunity to observe Liverpool's global influence through individual player performances.
Reds Players on National Duty
As per official reports, 21 Liverpool...
Virgil van Dijk's Journey from ACL Injury to Triumph
In the realm of football, certain players stand as pillars of strength and resilience, and Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool’s central defender, is a testament to this truth. Since his arrival at Liverpool in 2018, Van Dijk has been pivotal in revolutionising the club's defensive strategies. His...
Anfield Index's Under Pressure Podcast - Toulouse and Brentford Analysis from the Original and Best LFC Stats Show
Dan Kennett hosts the sports science duo of Dr Phil Barter and Simon Brundish for the double header of Toulouse and Brentford. The lads discuss:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnrLzN5FCaU
Europa selection, rotation and injuries
What does the half-time triple sub tell...
Reds Linked With Leeds’ Hot Prospect
In recent days, Liverpool have been linked with a potential move for 17-year-old Leeds United midfielder Archie Gray.
After a phenomenal start to the 2023/24 season in the EFL Championship, the teenager has emerged as one of the hottest prospects in English football, reportedly valued at around £40million.
With Liverpool's long-standing...
Anfield Index's Scouted Podcast - Who's in your Premier League Team of The Season so far?
Guy Drinkel and Karl Matchett discuss the Premier League season so far, and then create a Premier League team of the season so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKe9W1XJ7Lk
They go through each position discussing who was up for consideration, and why they decided on...
Why so many injuries?
Ever since Liverpool lost the Dutch brilliance of Georginio Wijnaldum in 2021, I generally find myself dedicating a handful of articles to the former red each season there since, given his understated importance to Liverpool 1.0. I have lessened the volume of such pieces, with these very words being the first...
