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Ben Bocsak Unpacks Liverpool’s Statistical Edge

Statistical Analysis: Liverpool's Dominance Over Newcastle Liverpool's Offensive Mastery Liverpool's 4-2 win against Newcastle wasn't just a victory; it was a statistical marvel. The game, initially at a stalemate, shifted dramatically in Liverpool's favour with Mohamed Salah's brace, despite a missed penalty. Exceptional XG and Penalty Box Control Record-Breaking XG: Liverpool achieved a non-penalty XG of 5.87, one...

Hendrick: ‘I still don’t think Liverpool will win the league’

Liverpool's Dominant Victory Over Newcastle: A Closer Look on Daily Red Podcast Unsatisfying Triumph Despite Overwhelming Stats Liverpool's recent 4-2 victory against Newcastle at Anfield was a display of sheer dominance, yet it left a sense of dissatisfaction. Dave Hendrick in his Daily Red podcast from Anfield Index described the match as an "unsatisfying ass kicking."...

RAW: “Tierney and VAR Just Don’t Help Themselves”

Liverpool's Dominance Over Burnley: A Post-Match RAW Insight Liverpool's recent 2-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor not only solidified their top position in the Premier League but also illuminated the tactical nous and resilience that have become synonymous with their gameplay. In a match fraught with controversial decisions and missed opportunities, the Reds displayed...

Klopp: How Liverpool Conquered Intense Fixture List

Liverpool’s Resilient Display: A Look at Their Latest Triumph Liverpool continues to showcase their resilience and tactical brilliance, as demonstrated in their recent performance at Turf Moor. This analysis, inspired by Liverpoolfc.com’s original piece, delves into the key moments and strategies that underline Liverpool’s success in their latest fixture. Resilience in the Face of Intensity Jurgen Klopp’s...

Hendrick on Gravenberch: ‘Every single part of it was horrendous’

Liverpool vs Arsenal: Perspective from Anfield Index Premier League Rivalries: Game of Tactical Nuance Liverpool's recent 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League was a testament to football's strategic complexities. This intriguing clash was dissected in detail by Dave Hendrick and Jim Boardman, with Guy Drinkel hosting, in the Anfield Index's "Post-Match RAW" podcast. Liverpool's Strategy:...

Bocsak: “Reds Scoring Five Has Been Brewing”

Dave Davis is joined by Ben Bocsak to discuss: - The West Ham Game and Thoughts - Nunez On The Left and Harvey’s Star Performances and Stats - ⁠Return to Form of Szoboszlai and Endo Praise - ⁠Massive Arsenal Game and Key Stats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nYSNil_s34 Introduction: Football's Unpredictable Charm In the realm of football, unpredictability is a constant companion. A recent discussion...

Neil Jones: Liverpool and Nunez Game-Changing Tactical Shift

Unpacking Darwin Núñez's Impact on Liverpool's Latest   In a recent insightful piece by Neil Jones, the spotlight was cast on Darwin Núñez's role in Liverpool's tactical evolution. Jürgen Klopp, renowned for his tactical acumen, made a pivotal decision to shift Núñez to the left wing, deviating from his traditional role as a centre-forward. This move,...

Downey: “Curtis Was Easily The Best Player on The Pitch”

A Tactical Masterclass Against West Ham Liverpool's recent clash against West Ham United showcased a tactical masterclass, breathing new life into their campaign. The match, discussed in detail by Dave Hendrick, Trev Downey, and Guy Drinkel on Anfield Index, highlighted the strategic prowess of Liverpool's approach and the emergence of Curtis Jones as a key...

Liverpool 5 – 1 West Ham – EFL Cup QF Man of the Match

Curtis Jones: A Rising Star I recall writing last year how it was time to give more minutes to the former academy prodigy, Curtis Jones, as I witnessed the painful regression of Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, and James Milner. The likes of Naby Keïta and Alex Oxlade Chamberlain were always injured, whereas both the squads Spaniards,...

Player Ratings: Scouser Scores a Maxi as Reds Beat The Hammers

Player Ratings vs West Ham In between visits of Manchester United and Arsenal in the Premier League schedule, Liverpool undertook their quarter final contest against east London outfit, West Ham. To advance to the semi final stage of the league cup would have been a major achievement for either side, after both teams were struggling...