Well, 2023 has been a strange one. To turn around Sven-Goran Eriksson’s cliche: first half not so good, second half good.
At times last season it looked as if the Jurgen Klopp era was coming towards an end. Anfield was an unhappy place. It never quite reached the stage where the internal grumbling became a...
Looking Ahead to 2024
Merry Christmas, friends. With hindsight, last week’s column was too doom laden for the eve of the festive season. "Aye, here we are with problems at the top of the league,” and all that.
There remains a lot to be positive about with regards to this version of Liverpool, so as 2023...
Statistical Analysis by Anfield Index
Dominating Possession: Liverpool's Tactical Supremacy
In the beautiful game, possession is nine-tenths of the law. Liverpool's recent performance against Burnley, as showcased by Futmob's detailed data, highlights a stark dominance in ball control. With a commanding 69% possession, the Reds' strategy of retaining the ball reflects a philosophy ingrained within the...
Reds Held At Anfield
This was an opportunity missed for Liverpool, a mere week after that disappointing draw against Manchester United. With four points now dropped in the space of a week, Christmas Day proceeds with the reds one point off top spot, instead of being four points clear of the chasing pack. Ultimately, every...
Salah’s Void to Fill
Time is now rapidly approaching for Liverpool and Mohamed Salah to say goodbye. Not permanently, that will hopefully come years into the future. But for a little while at least, Salah and Liverpool must part ways.
Salah is expected to join the Egypt squad ahead of the African Cup of Nations after...
Klopp’s Perfect Fit
There are so many people who say “Jurgen gets us.” Funnily enough, many of those characters also said “Brendan gets us.”
But, for the most part, Klopp has synced with Liverpool in a manner that has been beyond the expectations of most supporters. In terms of politics, social attitudes and passion, he is...
Frustrating Stalemate
There’s a strange thing which occurs too often in football for it to be entirely random: a massive victory will be followed by a very underwhelming result.
In Liverpool’s final title winning season in the pre-Premier League era, they beat Crystal Palace 9-0 at Anfield. Eight different players scored, John Aldridge marked his final...
Liverpool's Commanding Victory at Anfield
Dominik Szoboszlai's stunning strike from 25 yards out was the catalyst for Liverpool's dominance. His goal in the 28th minute, a masterful shot that found the bottom corner, set the tone for the evening. Liverpool's confidence surged, and their control of the game was evident.
Key Moments That Sealed the Deal
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Jorg Schmadtke's Impending Departure: A Turning Point for LFC
Liverpool's Sporting Director Shakes Up the Transfer Market
In an unexpected twist in the corridors of Anfield, Jorg Schmadtke, Liverpool's sporting director, is reportedly set to bid farewell to the club at the end of this season. This comes just a year after his high-profile recruitment. His...
Szoboszlai’s Recent Form
From the moment he arrived at Liverpool, Dominik Szoboszlai brought a great wave of excitement. The Hungarian was unlike any midfielder Jürgen Klopp had signed before - capable of scoring goals and contributing with assists. His arrival was going to herald a new era in Liverpool's evolving midfield.
During his first few months...
