match review

Liverpool 3-0 Nottingham Forest – The Postmortem 

Reds Dominant Throughout This was an emphatic result that never seemed in doubt. For over a year now, Liverpool have entered far too many games with the fanbase unsure of what would happen, whilst almost expecting an early goal to be conceded, or some VAR decision to scupper the team’s performance. Since the resumption of...

Gravenberch’s Plaudits Dominate Reds’ Player Ratings

Liverpool Smash Five Past Toulouse Caoimhin Kelleher - 6.0 I feel like he could have done more to stop the opening goal, as he seemed to allow the striker onto him. Nearly had a horror moment in the second half as he gifted possession to an on rushing attack. Rusty and would have been happy to...

How Konate Dodged Red in Tense Merseyside Showdown

A Stroke of Luck or Judgement Call? Konate's Merseyside Reprieve In a season beset by refereeing controversies that have seen Liverpool at times theatrically disadvantaged, the latest Merseyside derby presented an intriguing role reversal. The Reds, usually critical of officialdom, found themselves potential beneficiaries of a contentious decision during their 2-0 victory against Everton at...

Brighton 2 – 2 Liverpool – The Postmortem 

Brighton 2 - 2 Liverpool - The Postmortem This was the very next Premier League game, after the circus show that unfolded at White Hart Lane last Saturday evening. With a Europa League game successfully navigated under the Anfield lights in midweek, it perhaps gave the indication that the Japan captain, Wataru Endō, would be...

Lessons Learned: Brighton Draw Opens Old Wounds

Wouldn’t be another Liverpool game without another chat around referees and VAR It wouldn’t be another Liverpool game without another chat about referees and VAR. Jurgen Klopp headed to the seaside on a warm and bright Sunday but came back with a point and more frustrations than anything else. There will be questions about the...

Antonio’s Bold Claim Backfires Amidst Liverpool Fans’ Fury

Antonio's Bold Predictions Stir the Pot Michail Antonio, the audacious forward for West Ham United, recently found himself amidst a sea of fervent responses from Liverpool fans, following his bold pre-match predictions. In a prelude to the September clash between West Ham and Liverpool, Antonio confidently voiced his expectations on the Footballer’s Football Podcast, stating...

Legal Battles and VAR: Unravelling Liverpool’s Options

Exploring the Depths of PGMOL's VAR Controversy In a match that will be remembered more for its officiating than the football played, Liverpool found themselves embroiled in a VAR controversy against Tottenham Hotspur. Luis Diaz’s goal, erroneously ruled out for offside, became the focal point of discussions, overshadowing the on-pitch drama and sparking a flurry...

Spirit of Shankly Demands Change in VAR Protocols

A Controversial Clash: Liverpool vs Tottenham In the aftermath of Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, the supporters union, Spirit of Shankly, has voiced its concerns and frustrations over several contentious refereeing decisions, notably Luis Diaz's disallowed goal. The union has released a comprehensive statement, shedding light on the perceived inconsistencies...

Hendrick on VAR: ‘It’s a scandal, Darren England had one job’

Post-Match RAW Podcast from Anfield Index Tottenham 2-1 Liverpool - Robbery On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Karl Matchett and Dave Hendrick reflect on the daylight robbery that occurred at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Liverpool went down 2-1 to Spurs in a manner that can be kindly described as highly dubious. As ever, the lads discuss...

Dave Hendrick: ‘Klopp’s tactics and shape changes beat Wolves’

Post-Match RAW Podcast from Anfield Index Wolves 1-3 Liverpool - Jekyll and Hyde On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Jim Boardman and Dave Hendrick reflect on the textbook example of a game of two halves as Liverpool won 1-3 at Wolves. Our RAW podcast records straight after the final whistle from every Liverpool match. Prefer not to...