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Predicting the Starting XI ahead of West Ham Quarter-Final

League Cup Quarter-Final Liverpool host West Ham United on Wednesday night, in the Quarter-Final of the Carabao Cup and will be looking to bounce back from a frustrating 0-0 draw with Manchester United on Sunday. The Reds lifted the trophy in 2022 under Jurgen Klopp and I'm sure that the German will have his eyes on...

Mouthwatering Arsenal Clash a True Test of Reds’ Title Credentials

It's official: Man United have become Everton The Reds only have themselves to blame for a putrid showing against Erik ten Hag's side on Sunday, on a day when their fiercest rivals turned up and approached the game like relegation fodder. Sky Sports sound-bite Roy Keane can put on a faux outrage about Virgil van Dijk's...

January Transfer “Makes Sense” for Future Mo Replacement

Window Expectations Liverpool are not expected to be busy in the January transfer window. As usual the club will only act if a major target suddenly becomes available. Just like it was the case with Cody Gakpo or Luis Díaz during the last couple of windows. But that doesn't mean that there shouldn't be any activity...

Tony Evans: Man Utd Will Always Be Reds’ Biggest Rivals

Increased Capacity for Red Devil’s Visit What a day Sunday will be. The opening of the upper Anfield Road will bring the capacity up to 57,000. Those 7,000 extra voices will welcome Manchester United with the respect the visitors deserve. There’s often debate about which team are Liverpool’s biggest rivals. For me, it will always be...

Key Stats in Reds’ Comeback Victory Over Palace

Statistical Analysis by Anfield Index: Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Clash Dominance in Possession In a match that epitomised Liverpool's tactical ethos, the Reds enjoyed an overwhelming 76% control of the ball against Crystal Palace, as per Futmob's detailed stats. This possession statistic not only reflects Liverpool's dominance in controlling the game's tempo but also underscores their...

Jon Hanna: “We Went 4 Games Without a Shot on Goal”

Liverpool's Tactical Prowess Against Crystal Palace: An Insight from Rival Recon Liverpool's recent form, particularly in attacking prowess, has become a topic of discussion amongst football enthusiasts. The Reds' ability to navigate through Premier League fixtures, notably against teams like Crystal Palace, showcases their tactical depth and resilience. This was vividly depicted in a recent...

Klopp Eyes £25m French Defensive Reinforcement

Klopp's Defensive Dilemma: Seeking Stability Post-Matip Injury Liverpool's defensive line faces a significant challenge following Joel Matip's season-ending knee injury. The 32-year-old's ruptured ACL not only sidelines him for the remainder of the campaign but also raises questions about his future at Anfield, as his contract concludes this summer. This situation has compelled manager Jurgen...

The Darwin Núñez Problem Liverpool Must Resolve

Fulham Chaos Sometimes rational analysis in the cold light of day belies a football match. Liverpool’s 4-3 victory over Fulham was a strange, chaotic, glorious beast of a thing. You had the Reds scoring four in a league game without a forward getting any of them for the first time in 11 years. There were two...

Jarell Quansah Set for Liverpool Test

Matip’s Season-Ending Injury Thrusts Quansah into Limelight At the start of last summer, there is no doubt Liverpool were looking into buying a centre-back. While the focus was on midfield recruitment, the club were exploring defensive options as well. But then came an unprecedented window, with twists and turns and the sudden emergence of a...

Reds’ Relief After Ben Doak’s Injury Scare

Ben Doak's Injury Concerns Alleviated Following Liverpool U21 Clash In the dynamic world of football, where the line between triumph and setback is often thin, Liverpool's U21 squad faced a moment of concern in their recent match against Bradford City. The spotlight was on Ben Doak, the promising Scotland U21 international, whose performance was eagerly...