Elliott on the Outside
Towards the end of last season, Harvey Elliott became a peripheral figure in Liverpool's first team. He started just one out of Liverpool's last 11 Premier League games and featured in 113 minutes all together.
Considering, Elliott had played in all of Liverpool's first 41 games before that, the sudden role reversal...
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...
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'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...
10K Up at Anfield Index
Tony Evans' Column today marks article number 10,000 here on Anfield Index. There have many iterations of the website during that period and we are part-way through the latest rebuild, thanks to all the writers and editors who have contributed over the years and most importantly to all the readers...
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...
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...
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...
Mac Allister Reveals Guardiola's Comment that Incensed Nunez
In the aftermath of Liverpool's gripping 1-1 draw with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Alexis Mac Allister has offered a rare glimpse into the altercation between Darwin Nunez and Pep Guardiola. The match, marked by Trent Alexander-Arnold's crucial late equaliser, was overshadowed by the post-match incident...
What XI Will Klopp Pick?
Liverpool will be looking to build some serious momentum throughout the festive period, as they host Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday.
Fresh off the back of a 4-0 victory over LASK on Thursday, Jurgen Klopp has plenty of selection decisions to make ahead of a hectic schedule.
Despite a few...
