Carragher highlights Mac Allister fitness concern as Liverpool midfield issue resurfaces
Liverpool’s draw with Tottenham has reignited debate around Alexis Mac Allister’s influence in midfield, with Jamie Carragher warning that the Argentine’s fading impact late in matches is becoming a structural problem for the side.
The former Liverpool defender made his observations while analysing the match,...
Slot’s Tactics Shine as Liverpool Outmanoeuvre Brighton in FA Cup Display
Liverpool’s recent 3-0 victory over Brighton offered more than safe passage in the FA Cup. It provided clarity around a debate that has followed Arne Slot’s first campaign at Anfield: are Liverpool a well-coached side?
The original source from a post-match tactical breakdown captured the...
Salah’s Role Under the Spotlight
Mohamed Salah’s influence at Liverpool has long been defined by his devastating impact in attack. Yet, recent performances have prompted debate about whether his limited defensive contribution has become a tactical issue under Arne Slot. Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy believes that while Salah’s freedom to stay high up the...
Gags Reacts to Crystal Palace Defeat: Arne Slot Tactics Under Scrutiny
Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the season came to an abrupt halt at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace handed Arne Slot his first real lesson in the Premier League. Speaking on his post-match show, Gags delivered a frank assessment, pointing fingers not just at individual...
Florian Wirtz and Liverpool’s Tactical Puzzle
Few transfers in recent memory have generated the same mixture of anticipation and scrutiny as Florian Wirtz joining Liverpool. His arrival promised creativity and vision, yet after three Premier League matches without a goal or assist, the debate around his adaptation is already in full swing. On the PanenkaLFC...
Ryan Gravenberch: The Liverpool Midfielder Who Keeps Surprising
Liverpool’s season has been full of unexpected twists, but perhaps none more so than the rise of Ryan Gravenberch as a pivotal figure in midfield. On the Stat Me Up! podcast for Anfield Index, host Dave Davis sat down with data analyst Dr Phil Barter to dissect...
Alexis Mac Allister: The Beating Heart of Liverpool’s Midfield
Liverpool’s midfield has seen significant shifts over the past few seasons, but one constant this campaign has been the influence of Alexis Mac Allister. The Stat Me Up! podcast from Anfield Index, featuring Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter, delved into the numbers behind Mac Allister’s...
Crystal Palace 0-1 Liverpool - Very Good but Something Still Missing
They say that winning when you aren't at your best is a true sign of champions and regardless of whether you believe Liverpool are in a title race this season, things are looking very strong for Arne Slot's side. The first-half performance against Crystal...
Gravenberch Was Tremendous, However, The Need for a Destroyer Remains
During the summer of 2023, I was entirely underwhelmed by Liverpool’s £35m capture of the former Ajax prodigy, Ryan Gravenberch. That acquisition represented the recruitment of an exciting young talent, though one that had failed to deliver on his early promise when signing for German...
