January’s Fixture List: Why These Four Matches Really Matter
January 2025 offers a congested football calendar for Liverpool, with eight fixtures spread across three competitions. Yet, amidst the chaos, it’s evident that only four matches truly demand the club’s full attention. With the Premier League title race heating up, priorities must be set, and strategic...
Liverpool’s Front Three Evolution: From Guardiola’s Fears to Slot’s Title Chase
Pep Guardiola once famously said, “Those three for Liverpool are good… they scare me, they are so dangerous.” The Manchester City manager’s comments during his record-breaking 100-point Premier League season in 2018 were born out of frustration and admiration. Guardiola’s tactical brilliance had been...
Liverpool Must Keep Wataru Endo This January – Here’s Why
Well for a start there’s no midfielder likely coming in. The January transfer window often brings opportunities for teams to adjust their squads, but Liverpool must resist the temptation to let Wataru Endo leave, despite recent rumours linking him with Fulham (source: MailSport). The Japanese...
Kostas Tsimikas: A Century of Matches and a Bold Vision for Liverpool
Kostas Tsimikas marked a significant milestone in his Liverpool career as the Reds closed 2024 with a resounding 5-0 victory over West Ham United. The Greece international, introduced as a second-half substitute, notched his 100th appearance for the club—a testament to his resilience...
Liverpool’s Formidable Charge Toward the Title
Liverpool are ending 2024 in dominant fashion, perched at the summit of the Premier League table. Under Arne Slot, the Reds dismantled West Ham 5-0 on Sunday, a performance befitting their title aspirations. Now eight points clear of Nottingham Forest in second, and with a game in hand, Liverpool’s...
Liverpool’s January Fixtures: Balancing Rotation and Rest
As Liverpool prepare for a hectic January schedule, squad rotation and player management will be pivotal to maintaining their momentum in the Premier League and beyond. In the latest Media Matters podcast on Anfield Index, journalist Lewis Steele emphasised the need for careful rotation and hinted at a...
Liverpool and the January Transfer Window: Stability Over Splash
The January transfer window often brings excitement and speculation, but for Liverpool, this season’s approach appears to be one of stability rather than significant business. On the latest Media Matters podcast from Anfield Index, journalist Lewis Steele shared his perspective on Liverpool’s plans for the mid-season...
Alexis Mac Allister: Liverpool’s Silent Engine
Alexis Mac Allister’s performances for Liverpool this season have drawn praise from fans and analysts alike, and the Media Matters podcast on Anfield Index was no exception. Journalist Lewis Steele highlighted Mac Allister’s importance to Arne Slot’s Liverpool side, describing him as a versatile and dependable presence in the...
Federico Chiesa Considering January Exit Amid Frustrations at Liverpool
Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa is reportedly seeking a move away from the club during the January transfer window, as frustrations mount over his limited opportunities under Arne Slot. According to Amos Murphy in the Express, the Italian forward, signed in the summer for a modest £12.5...
Gakpo vs Diaz: Liverpool’s Left-Side Conundrum
Liverpool’s latest victory over Leicester City highlighted not only their dominance but also the ongoing competition for a starting spot on the left side of their attack. Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz, two of the Reds' brightest talents, are making Arne Slot's decisions increasingly challenging. As discussed by Dave...
