Liverpool's Injury Woes: Updates on Alisson, Jota, and More
Liverpool's recent clash with Manchester City ended in a hard-fought draw, but the spotlight has shifted to concerns over key player injuries. The Reds, while securing a point, are now grappling with potential setbacks for Alisson Becker and Diogo Jota, casting a shadow over their performance.
Alisson's...
Guardiola and Nunez: A Spirited Exchange
Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp found himself in the unlikely role of mediator at the Etihad Stadium, intervening in a heated exchange between Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez. The incident occurred at the conclusion of a gripping 1-1 draw, a game that saw Trent Alexander-Arnold nullify Erling...
Fierce Rivalry
In the realm of English football, few rivalries have captivated the imagination quite like the modern-day clash between Manchester City and Liverpool. Simon Hughes and Mark Critchley, in their insightful piece for The Athletic, delve into the multifaceted nature of this rivalry, revealing a tapestry rich with competitive spirit, mutual respect, and underlying...
Klopp, Man City, and Liverpool: A Tactical Analysis
Jürgen Klopp's tenure at Liverpool has been marked by a fascinating rivalry with Manchester City, particularly under Pep Guardiola's management. The initial phase of Klopp's encounters with City at the Etihad Stadium began promisingly, as Liverpool, under his guidance, showcased dominant performances. Klopp's first game at the...
Exploring Klopp's Sales Strategy: Insights from Dave Hendrick
Jurgen Klopp's tenure at Liverpool has been marked by a remarkable knack for player management and transfers. Dave Hendrick, in a recent discussion on Anfield Index, highlighted this skill by noting a staggering statistic: Klopp has overseen the departure of 82 players since his arrival. This fact...
Liverpool's Search for Salah's Successor: Raphinha in the Frame
In the ever-evolving landscape of Premier League football, Liverpool's quest to find a worthy successor to Mohamed Salah's throne at Anfield has taken a new turn. The club, renowned for its strategic foresight in the transfer market, is reportedly setting its sights on Barcelona's winger, Raphinha,...
Reds Need A Change of Tactics Soon
The way this current 2023/24 season is unfolding has me in little doubt that whatever formation initiative is being undertaken (this year), will eventually be replaced by the Reds' illustrious German manager. Whether or not the decision to switch Trent Alexander-Arnold into the hybrid role (late last season)...
Scouser Tommies: Blue Mood
With most of the players away on duty for their countries, Jim Boardman and Jay Reid are back to see what’s going on in Liverpool, and it turns out the international break isn’t so quiet.
The Reds who have been out in action for their countries have had a good week -...
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...
